1950 Rover P4 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 62 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Golf (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1950 Rover P4. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1950 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Rover P4 weights approximately 44 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Golf.
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, 2012 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 2012 Volkswagen Golf (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Rover P4. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Rover P4 | 2012 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Rover | Volkswagen |
| Model | P4 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2103 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1346 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4199 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 55 L |
