2007 Audi S8 vs. 1973 Rover P5B
To start off, 2007 Audi S8 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Rover P5B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Rover P5B would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S8 (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1973 Rover P5B. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1973 Rover P5B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi S8 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1973 Rover P5B. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Rover P5B. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 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, 2007 Audi S8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Rover P5B. (295 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Rover P5B.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi S8 | 1973 Rover P5B | |
Make | Audi | Rover |
Model | S8 | P5B |
Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 3528 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 295 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2820 mm |