2009 BMW 745 vs. 1972 Rover P5B
To start off, 2009 BMW 745 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 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 745 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1972 Rover P5B. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1972 Rover P5B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 745 weights approximately 405 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 745 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Rover P5B. (295 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Rover P5B.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 745 | 1972 Rover P5B | |
| Make | BMW | Rover |
| Model | 745 | P5B |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 3528 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2820 mm |
