1964 Rover P5 vs. 2010 Audi A4
To start off, 2010 Audi A4 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Rover P5 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1964 Rover P5. (119 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1964 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A4 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1964 Rover P5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Rover P5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A4 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, 2010 Audi A4 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Rover P5. (219 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Rover P5. 2010 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 1964 Rover P5 has manual transmission. 1964 Rover P5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Rover P5 | 2010 Audi A4 | |
Make | Rover | Audi |
Model | P5 | A4 |
Year Released | 1964 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
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 | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 219 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1826 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1435 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2809 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 64 L |