2007 Dodge Charger vs. 1971 Rover P5B
To start off, 2007 Dodge Charger is newer by 36 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, 2007 Dodge Charger (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1971 Rover P5B. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1971 Rover P5B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Charger weights approximately 763 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.
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, 2007 Dodge Charger (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Rover P5B. (296 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Rover P5B.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Charger | 1971 Rover P5B | |
Make | Dodge | Rover |
Model | Charger | P5B |
Year Released | 2007 | 1971 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Size | 3517 cc | 3528 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2820 mm |