1999 Mazda RX-Evolv vs. 1972 Rover P5B
To start off, 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv is newer by 27 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, 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv (276 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1972 Rover P5B. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv should accelerate faster than 1972 Rover P5B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Rover P5B weights approximately 330 kg more than 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv.
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 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv. (214 Nm @ 8000 RPM). This means 1972 Rover P5B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv | 1972 Rover P5B | |
| Make | Mazda | Rover |
| Model | RX-Evolv | P5B |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 3528 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 8000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
