1996 Mazda Sentia vs. 1972 Rover P5B
To start off, 1996 Mazda Sentia is newer by 24 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, both vehicles can yield 158 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Rover P5B weights approximately 14 kg more than 1996 Mazda Sentia.
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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda Sentia. (245 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Rover P5B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda Sentia.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Mazda Sentia | 1972 Rover P5B | |
Make | Mazda | Rover |
Model | Sentia | P5B |
Year Released | 1996 | 1972 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Size | 2954 cc | 3528 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 295 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2820 mm |