1980 Audi Sport vs. 1962 Rover P5
To start off, 1980 Audi Sport is newer by 18 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1962 Rover P5. (119 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 1962 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Rover P5 weights approximately 720 kg more than 1980 Audi Sport.
Because 1980 Audi Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Rover P5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport will offer significantly more control. 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, 1980 Audi Sport (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Rover P5. (218 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Rover P5. 1962 Rover P5 has automatic transmission and 1980 Audi Sport has manual transmission. 1980 Audi Sport will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1962 Rover P5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Sport | 1962 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Audi | Rover |
| Model | Sport | P5 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2133 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.3 mm | 77.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 105 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 45 L |
