1996 Audi S6 vs. 1962 Rover P5
To start off, 1996 Audi S6 is newer by 34 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 4,170 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi S6 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1962 Rover P5. (119 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1962 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi S6 weights approximately 95 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 1996 Audi S6 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, 1996 Audi S6 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, 1996 Audi S6 (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Rover P5. (218 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 1996 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Rover P5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi S6 | 1962 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Audi | Rover |
| Model | S6 | P5 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4170 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 77.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 105 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 45 L |
