2001 Spyker C8 vs. 1966 Rover P5
To start off, 2001 Spyker C8 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Spyker C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Spyker C8 (395 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1966 Rover P5. (122 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Spyker C8 should accelerate faster than 1966 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Rover P5 weights approximately 580 kg more than 2001 Spyker C8.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Spyker C8 (481 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Rover P5. (217 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 2001 Spyker C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Rover P5. 1966 Rover P5 has automatic transmission and 2001 Spyker C8 has manual transmission. 2001 Spyker C8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1966 Rover P5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Spyker C8 | 1966 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Spyker | Rover |
| Model | C8 | P5 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | 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 | 395 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 85.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 85.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 54 L |
