2000 Honda Legend vs. 1971 Rover P5B
To start off, 2000 Honda Legend is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Rover P5B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Rover P5B would be higher. At 3,528 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Rover P5B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1971 Rover P5B. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1971 Rover P5B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Legend weights approximately 90 kg more than 1971 Rover P5B. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Rover P5B is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Rover P5B. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Legend, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Honda Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Rover P5B. (296 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Rover P5B.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Legend | 1971 Rover P5B | |
Make | Honda | Rover |
Model | Legend | P5B |
Year Released | 2000 | 1971 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 3528 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2820 mm |