2003 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 1962 Rover P5
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 41 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), 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1962 Rover P5. (119 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1962 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 680 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 2003 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Rover P5. (218 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Rover P5. 1962 Rover P5 has automatic transmission and 2003 Volkswagen Touareg has manual transmission. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1962 Rover P5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Volkswagen Touareg | 1962 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Rover |
| Model | Touareg | P5 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1962 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 77.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 45 L |
