2001 Renault Vel Satis vs. 1966 Rover P5
To start off, 2001 Renault Vel Satis is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Rover P5 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Renault Vel Satis (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1966 Rover P5. (122 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 1966 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Rover P5 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2001 Renault Vel Satis.
Because 1966 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 1966 Rover P5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Renault Vel Satis, 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, 2001 Renault Vel Satis (393 Nm) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Rover P5. (217 Nm). This means 2001 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Rover P5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Renault Vel Satis | 1966 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Renault | Rover |
| Model | Vel Satis | P5 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 54 L |
