2007 Dodge Magnum vs. 1972 Rover P5B
To start off, 2007 Dodge Magnum is newer by 35 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 6,059 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Magnum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Magnum (425 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1972 Rover P5B. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 1972 Rover P5B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Magnum weights approximately 172 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, 2007 Dodge Magnum (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Rover P5B. (295 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Rover P5B.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Magnum | 1972 Rover P5B | |
| Make | Dodge | Rover |
| Model | Magnum | P5B |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 6059 cc | 3528 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 425 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2820 mm |
