2006 BMW 525 vs. 1970 Rover P5B
To start off, 2006 BMW 525 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Rover P5B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Rover P5B would be higher. At 3,527 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Rover P5B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1970 Rover P5B. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1970 Rover P5B.
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, 1970 Rover P5B (295 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 525. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1970 Rover P5B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 525 | 1970 Rover P5B | |
| Make | BMW | Rover |
| Model | 525 | P5B |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 3527 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2820 mm |
