1958 Rover P5 vs. 1999 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Rover P5 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Sharan (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1958 Rover P5. (106 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1958 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 90 kg more than 1958 Rover P5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Rover P5 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 P5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Sharan, 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 P5 (222 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Sharan. (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1958 Rover P5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Rover P5 | 1999 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Rover | Volkswagen |
| Model | P5 | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
