1966 Rover P5 vs. 1971 Volkswagen K 70
To start off, 1971 Volkswagen K 70 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Rover P5 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Rover P5 (122 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1971 Volkswagen K 70. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Rover P5 should accelerate faster than 1971 Volkswagen K 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Rover P5 weights approximately 680 kg more than 1971 Volkswagen K 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 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 1966 Rover P5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 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, 1966 Rover P5 (217 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Volkswagen K 70. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 Rover P5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Volkswagen K 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Rover P5 | 1971 Volkswagen K 70 | |
| Make | Rover | Volkswagen |
| Model | P5 | K 70 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 1604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2650 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 | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 45 L |
