1956 Rover P4 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,636 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1956 Rover P4. (108 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1956 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Rover P4 weights approximately 164 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 1956 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 1956 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 1956 Rover P4 (206 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1956 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Rover P4 | 2008 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Rover | Volkswagen |
| Model | P4 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2636 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 55 L |
