1989 Audi Coupe vs. 1963 Rover P5
To start off, 1989 Audi Coupe is newer by 26 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Rover P5 (119 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1989 Audi Coupe. (111 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Rover P5 should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Rover P5 weights approximately 590 kg more than 1989 Audi Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Rover P5 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 Rover P5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Audi Coupe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1963 Rover P5 (218 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi Coupe. (173 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1963 Rover P5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi Coupe. 1963 Rover P5 has automatic transmission and 1989 Audi Coupe has manual transmission. 1989 Audi Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1963 Rover P5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi Coupe | 1963 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Audi | Rover |
| Model | Coupe | P5 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2820 mm |
