1994 Audi A6 vs. 1963 Rover P5
To start off, 1994 Audi A6 is newer by 31 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Audi A6 (286 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1963 Rover P5. (119 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1963 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Rover P5 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1994 Audi A6.
Because 1994 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Rover P5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Audi A6 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1994 Audi A6 (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Rover P5. (218 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 1994 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Rover P5.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Audi A6 | 1963 Rover P5 | |
Make | Audi | Rover |
Model | A6 | P5 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1963 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2650 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2820 mm |