1951 Rover P4 vs. 2013 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 62 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle (168 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1951 Rover P4. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 1951 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Rover P4 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle.
Because 1951 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 1951 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle, 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, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Rover P4. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Rover P4 | 2013 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Rover | Volkswagen |
| Model | P4 | Beetle |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2013 |
| 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 | 75 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.2 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4277 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2537 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 55 L |
