1957 Rover P4 vs. 2009 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,636 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen T5 (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1957 Rover P4. (93 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 1957 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 877 kg more than 1957 Rover P4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Volkswagen T5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Rover P4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen T5 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, 2009 Volkswagen T5 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Rover P4. (206 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Rover P4 | 2009 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Rover | Volkswagen |
| Model | P4 | T5 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2636 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 80 L |
