1954 Rover P4 vs. 1999 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,230 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Bora (108 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1954 Rover P4. (80 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1954 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Rover P4 weights approximately 182 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Bora.
Because 1954 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 1954 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Bora, 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, 1999 Volkswagen Bora (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Rover P4. (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Rover P4 | 1999 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Rover | Volkswagen |
| Model | P4 | Bora |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2230 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2520 mm |
