2009 Land Rover Defender vs. 1970 Rover P5B
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender is newer by 39 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 3,528 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Rover P5B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Rover P5B (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Rover P5B should accelerate faster than 2009 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1118 kg more than 1970 Rover P5B.
Because 2009 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Rover P5B. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Defender will offer significantly more control. 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 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Rover P5B. (295 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Rover P5B. 1970 Rover P5B has automatic transmission and 2009 Land Rover Defender has manual transmission. 2009 Land Rover Defender will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 Rover P5B will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Defender | 1970 Rover P5B | |
Make | Land Rover | Rover |
Model | Defender | P5B |
Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
Engine Size | 2402 cc | 3528 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 295 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2820 mm |