1963 Rover P5 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 48 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. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Passat (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1963 Rover P5. (119 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1963 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Rover P5 weights approximately 153 kg more than 2011 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, 2011 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, 2011 Volkswagen Passat (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Rover P5. (218 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Rover | Volkswagen |
Model | P5 | Passat |
Year Released | 1963 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 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 | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1567 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4775 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1516 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |