1963 Rover 2000 vs. 2013 Audi A8
To start off, 2013 Audi A8 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 3,991 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A8 (367 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1963 Rover 2000. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1963 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A8 weights approximately 812 kg more than 1963 Rover 2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Rover 2000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 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, 2013 Audi A8 (445 Nm) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Rover 2000. (150 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Rover 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Rover 2000 | 2013 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Rover | Audi |
| Model | 2000 | A8 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1978 cc | 3991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 367 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 445 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.7 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.7 mm | 89.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 2024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5267 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2111 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3122 mm |
