1971 Rover P5B vs. 2012 Audi A6
To start off, 2012 Audi A6 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Rover P5B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Rover P5B would be higher. At 3,528 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Rover P5B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A6 (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1971 Rover P5B. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1971 Rover P5B.
Because 1971 Rover P5B 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 1971 Rover P5B. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A6, 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, 2012 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Rover P5B. (296 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Rover P5B.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Rover P5B | 2012 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Rover | Audi |
| Model | P5B | A6 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 3528 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4915 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2911 mm |
