2009 BMW 525 vs. 1972 Rover P5B
To start off, 2009 BMW 525 is newer by 37 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 3,528 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Rover P5B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 525 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1972 Rover P5B. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1972 Rover P5B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 525 weights approximately 160 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, 2009 BMW 525 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Rover P5B. (295 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Rover P5B. 1972 Rover P5B has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 525 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 525 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Rover P5B will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 525 | 1972 Rover P5B | |
Make | BMW | Rover |
Model | 525 | P5B |
Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3528 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 295 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2820 mm |