1996 Oldsmobile Aurora vs. 1962 Rover P5
To start off, 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora 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 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora (251 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1962 Rover P5. (119 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora should accelerate faster than 1962 Rover P5.
Because 1962 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 1962 Rover P5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora, 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, 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Rover P5. (218 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Rover P5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora | 1962 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Rover |
| Model | Aurora | P5 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
