1952 Rover P4 vs. 2000 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Sharan 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 2,101 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen Sharan (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1952 Rover P4. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1952 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 280 kg more than 1952 Rover P4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1952 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 1952 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Sharan, 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, 2000 Volkswagen Sharan (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Rover P4. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen Sharan 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 Sharan | |
| Make | Rover | Volkswagen |
| Model | P4 | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2101 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.2 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 70 L |
