1994 Audi A8 vs. 1962 Rover P5
To start off, 1994 Audi A8 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Rover P5 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Audi A8 (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1962 Rover P5. (119 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1962 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi A8 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1962 Rover P5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Rover P5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Audi A8 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 A8 (400 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Rover P5. (218 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 1994 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Rover P5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Audi A8 | 1962 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Audi | Rover |
| Model | A8 | P5 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 77.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
