1958 Rover P5 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 51 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, 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco (120 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1958 Rover P5. (106 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 1958 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Rover P5 weights approximately 282 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco.
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, 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco, 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 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco. (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1958 Rover P5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Rover P5 | 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
Make | Rover | Volkswagen |
Model | P5 | Scirocco |
Year Released | 1958 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2995 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1298 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4256 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1404 mm |