1950 Rover P4 vs. 2010 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen T5 (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1950 Rover P4. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 1950 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Rover P4 weights approximately 166 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen T5.
Because 1950 Rover P4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1950 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen T5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Volkswagen T5 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Rover P4. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Rover P4 | 2010 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Rover | Volkswagen |
| Model | P4 | T5 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2103 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 80 L |
