1963 Rover P6 vs. 1973 Volkswagen K 70
To start off, 1973 Volkswagen K 70 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Rover P6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Rover P6 would be higher. At 1,978 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Rover P6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Rover P6 (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1973 Volkswagen K 70. (75 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Rover P6 should accelerate faster than 1973 Volkswagen K 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Rover P6 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1973 Volkswagen K 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Rover P6 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 P6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Volkswagen K 70, 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, 1963 Rover P6 (153 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Volkswagen K 70. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1963 Rover P6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Volkswagen K 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Rover P6 | 1973 Volkswagen K 70 | |
| Make | Rover | Volkswagen |
| Model | P6 | K 70 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1978 cc | 1605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.7 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.7 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 45 L |
