2005 Audi A8 vs. 1970 Rover P5B
To start off, 2005 Audi A8 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Rover P5B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Rover P5B would be higher. At 3,934 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A8 (276 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1970 Rover P5B. (159 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1970 Rover P5B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A8 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1970 Rover P5B. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Rover P5B. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 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, 2005 Audi A8 (650 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Rover P5B. (295 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Rover P5B.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A8 | 1970 Rover P5B | |
| Make | Audi | Rover |
| Model | A8 | P5B |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 3934 cc | 3528 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2820 mm |
