1954 Rover P4 vs. 2010 Audi S5
To start off, 2010 Audi S5 is newer by 56 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Audi S5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi S5 (354 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1954 Rover P4. (80 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 1954 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi S5 weights approximately 266 kg more than 1954 Rover P4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi S5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Rover P4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi S5 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, 2010 Audi S5 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Rover P4. (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Audi S5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Rover P4 | 2010 Audi S5 | |
| Make | Rover | Audi |
| Model | P4 | S5 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2230 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 354 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 63 L |
