1962 Rover P5 vs. 2012 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen CC is newer by 50 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, 2012 Volkswagen CC (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1962 Rover P5. (119 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 1962 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Rover P5 weights approximately 207 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen CC.
Because 1962 Rover P5 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 Rover P5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen CC, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Volkswagen CC (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Rover P5. (218 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Rover P5. 2012 Volkswagen CC has automatic transmission and 1962 Rover P5 has manual transmission. 1962 Rover P5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Volkswagen CC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1962 Rover P5 | 2012 Volkswagen CC | |
Make | Rover | Volkswagen |
Model | P5 | CC |
Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2995 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1513 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4799 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1855 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2708 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |