1974 Avanti Avanti vs. 1966 Rover P5
To start off, 1974 Avanti Avanti is newer by 8 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 6,569 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1966 Rover P5. (122 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1966 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Rover P5 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1974 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, 1974 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Rover P5. (217 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 1974 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Rover P5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Avanti Avanti | 1966 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Avanti | Rover |
| Model | Avanti | P5 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1966 |
| Engine Size | 6569 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 442 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1730 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 |
