1958 Rover P5 vs. 2002 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2002 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 44 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, 2002 Volkswagen Bora (116 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1958 Rover P5. (106 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1958 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Rover P5 weights approximately 385 kg more than 2002 Volkswagen Bora.
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, 2002 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 P5 (222 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volkswagen Bora. (152 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1958 Rover P5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Rover P5 | 2002 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Rover | Volkswagen |
| Model | P5 | Bora |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |
