1975 Avanti Avanti vs. 1962 Rover P5
To start off, 1975 Avanti Avanti is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Rover P5 would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1962 Rover P5. (119 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1962 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Rover P5 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1975 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, 1975 Avanti Avanti (443 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Rover P5. (218 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 1975 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Rover P5.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Avanti Avanti | 1962 Rover P5 | |
Make | Avanti | Rover |
Model | Avanti | P5 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1962 |
Engine Size | 6570 cc | 2995 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 | 443 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2650 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 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 |