1988 Avanti Avanti vs. 1971 Rover P6
To start off, 1988 Avanti Avanti is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Rover P6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Rover P6 would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Avanti Avanti (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1971 Rover P6. (150 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1971 Rover P6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 325 kg more than 1971 Rover P6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1988 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Rover P6. (274 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1988 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Rover P6. 1988 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 1971 Rover P6 has manual transmission. 1971 Rover P6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Avanti Avanti | 1971 Rover P6 | |
| Make | Avanti | Rover |
| Model | Avanti | P6 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 274 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2630 mm |
