1958 Rover P4 vs. 2012 Audi A5
To start off, 2012 Audi A5 is newer by 54 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 2,230 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A5 (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1958 Rover P4. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1958 Rover P4.
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, 2012 Audi A5, 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, 2012 Audi A5 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Rover P4. (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Rover P4 | 2012 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Rover | Audi |
| Model | P4 | A5 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2230 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 67 L |
