1954 Rover P4 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 52 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 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1954 Rover P4. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1954 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Rover P4 weights approximately 82 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Touareg.
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, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg, 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, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Rover P4. (188 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Rover P4 | 2006 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Rover | Volkswagen |
Model | P4 | Touareg |
Year Released | 1954 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2638 cc | 2460 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1318 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 100 L |