1984 Ford Sierra vs. 1972 Rover P5B
To start off, 1984 Ford Sierra 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, 1972 Rover P5B (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1984 Ford Sierra. (114 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Rover P5B should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Rover P5B weights approximately 475 kg more than 1984 Ford Sierra. 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 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Sierra. (176 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Rover P5B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Sierra | 1972 Rover P5B | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Sierra | P5B |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 3528 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2820 mm |
