1963 Rover P5 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Rover P5 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Rover P5 weights approximately 292 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 1963 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 1963 Rover P5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat, 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, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Rover P5. (218 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Rover P5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Rover P5 | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Rover | Volkswagen |
| Model | P5 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 79.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1428 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
