1985 Alpine V6 vs. 1966 Rover P5
To start off, 1985 Alpine V6 is newer by 19 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alpine V6 (158 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1966 Rover P5. (122 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 1966 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Rover P5 weights approximately 620 kg more than 1985 Alpine V6.
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, 1985 Alpine V6 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Rover P5. (217 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 1985 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Rover P5. 1966 Rover P5 has automatic transmission and 1985 Alpine V6 has manual transmission. 1985 Alpine V6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1966 Rover P5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Alpine V6 | 1966 Rover P5 | |
Make | Alpine | Rover |
Model | V6 | P5 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2848 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2650 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2820 mm |