1962 Rover P5 vs. 1998 Venturi Atlantique
To start off, 1998 Venturi Atlantique is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Rover P5 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Venturi Atlantique (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1962 Rover P5. (119 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Venturi Atlantique should accelerate faster than 1962 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Rover P5 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1998 Venturi Atlantique.
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, 1998 Venturi Atlantique (402 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Rover P5. (218 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 1998 Venturi Atlantique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Rover P5.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Rover P5 | 1998 Venturi Atlantique | |
Make | Rover | Venturi |
Model | P5 | Atlantique |
Year Released | 1962 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2995 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 402 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2510 mm |