1952 Rover P4 vs. 2000 Volkswagen AAC
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen AAC is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Rover P4 would be higher. At 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen AAC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen AAC (309 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1952 Rover P4. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen AAC should accelerate faster than 1952 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Rover P4 weights approximately 16 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen AAC.
Because 2000 Volkswagen AAC is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Rover P4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen AAC 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, 2000 Volkswagen AAC (765 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 615 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Rover P4. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen AAC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Rover P4 | 2000 Volkswagen AAC | |
| Make | Rover | Volkswagen |
| Model | P4 | AAC |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2101 cc | 4921 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 309 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 765 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 55 L |
