2002 Lotec C 1000 vs. 1973 Rover P5B
To start off, 2002 Lotec C 1000 is newer by 29 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Lotec C 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lotec C 1000 (843 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 685 more horse power than 1973 Rover P5B. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 1973 Rover P5B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Rover P5B weights approximately 494 kg more than 2002 Lotec C 1000.
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, 2002 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 695 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Rover P5B. (295 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Rover P5B. 1973 Rover P5B has automatic transmission and 2002 Lotec C 1000 has manual transmission. 2002 Lotec C 1000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Rover P5B will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lotec C 1000 | 1973 Rover P5B | |
| Make | Lotec | Rover |
| Model | C 1000 | P5B |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 5500 cc | 3528 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 843 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 990 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1480 mm |
