1958 Rover P4 vs. 1999 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,636 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Bora (98 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1958 Rover P4. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1958 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Rover P4 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Bora.
Because 1958 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 1958 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Bora, 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, 1958 Rover P4 (188 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. (155 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1958 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Rover P4 | 1999 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Rover | Volkswagen |
Model | P4 | Bora |
Year Released | 1958 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2636 cc | 1593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 55 L |