1985 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1973 Rover P5B
To start off, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Rover P5B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Rover P5B would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1973 Rover P5B. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1973 Rover P5B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Rover P5B weights approximately 92 kg more than 1985 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette (448 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Rover P5B. (295 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Rover P5B.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Chevrolet Corvette | 1973 Rover P5B | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Rover |
| Model | Corvette | P5B |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3528 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 448 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2820 mm |
