1973 Avanti Avanti vs. 1963 Rover P5
To start off, 1973 Avanti Avanti is newer by 10 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 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1963 Rover P5. (119 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1963 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Rover P5 weights approximately 136 kg more than 1973 Avanti Avanti.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1973 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Rover P5. (218 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 1973 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Rover P5.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Avanti Avanti | 1963 Rover P5 | |
Make | Avanti | Rover |
Model | Avanti | P5 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1963 |
Engine Size | 6570 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 442 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2650 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2820 mm |