1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 vs. 1972 Rover P5B

To start off, 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 is newer by 12 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, 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1972 Rover P5B. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 should accelerate faster than 1972 Rover P5B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Rover P5B weights approximately 452 kg more than 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6.

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 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6. (222 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1972 Rover P5B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6. 1972 Rover P5B has automatic transmission and 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 has manual transmission. 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 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:

1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 1972 Rover P5B
Make Alfa Romeo Rover
Model GTV6 P5B
Year Released 1984 1972
Engine Size 2935 cc 3528 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 171 HP 158 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 222 Nm 295 Nm
Torque RPM 4300 RPM 3000 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1138 kg 1590 kg
Vehicle Length 4270 mm 4750 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1340 mm 1550 mm
Wheelbase Size 2460 mm 2820 mm


 

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