1954 Rover P4 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 51 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1954 Rover P4. (80 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1954 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Rover P4 weights approximately 153 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Sharan.
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, 2005 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, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Rover P4. (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Rover P4 | 2005 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Rover | Volkswagen |
| Model | P4 | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2230 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 1331 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 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 |
