1993 Cadillac Allante vs. 1963 Rover P5
To start off, 1993 Cadillac Allante is newer by 30 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 4,563 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Cadillac Allante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Cadillac Allante (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1963 Rover P5. (119 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac Allante should accelerate faster than 1963 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Rover P5 weights approximately 12 kg more than 1993 Cadillac Allante.
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, 1993 Cadillac Allante, 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, 1993 Cadillac Allante (393 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Rover P5. (218 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 1993 Cadillac Allante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Rover P5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Cadillac Allante | 1963 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Rover |
| Model | Allante | P5 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4563 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 77.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1708 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2820 mm |
