2007 Alpina D3 vs. 1964 Rover P5
To start off, 2007 Alpina D3 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Rover P5 would be higher. At 3,347 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Alpina D3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alpina D3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1964 Rover P5. (119 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina D3 should accelerate faster than 1964 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Rover P5 weights approximately 195 kg more than 2007 Alpina D3.
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, 2007 Alpina D3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Rover P5. (219 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 2007 Alpina D3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Rover P5.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alpina D3 | 1964 Rover P5 | |
Make | Alpina | Rover |
Model | D3 | P5 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3347 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2650 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 77.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.9 mm | 105 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 52 L |