2001 BMW 750 vs. 1972 Rover P5B
To start off, 2001 BMW 750 is newer by 29 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 5,400 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 750 (322 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1972 Rover P5B. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1972 Rover P5B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 750 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1972 Rover P5B. 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, 2001 BMW 750 (490 Nm) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Rover P5B. (295 Nm). This means 2001 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Rover P5B.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 750 | 1972 Rover P5B | |
| Make | BMW | Rover |
| Model | 750 | P5B |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 3528 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2820 mm |
