1981 BMW 525 vs. 1972 Rover P5B
To start off, 1981 BMW 525 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Rover P5B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Rover P5B would be higher. At 3,528 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Rover P5B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Rover P5B (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1981 BMW 525. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Rover P5B should accelerate faster than 1981 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Rover P5B weights approximately 300 kg more than 1981 BMW 525. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1972 Rover P5B (295 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 BMW 525. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Rover P5B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 BMW 525. 1972 Rover P5B has automatic transmission and 1981 BMW 525 has manual transmission. 1981 BMW 525 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Rover P5B will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 BMW 525 | 1972 Rover P5B | |
Make | BMW | Rover |
Model | 525 | P5B |
Year Released | 1981 | 1972 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 3528 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 295 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2820 mm |