1986 Avanti Avanti vs. 1963 Rover P5
To start off, 1986 Avanti Avanti is newer by 23 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 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Avanti Avanti (203 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1963 Rover P5. (119 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 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 20 kg more than 1986 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, 1986 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Rover P5. (218 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 1986 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Rover P5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Avanti Avanti | 1963 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Avanti | Rover |
| Model | Avanti | P5 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1963 |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2820 mm |
