1958 Rover P5 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 53 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, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1958 Rover P5. (106 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1958 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Rover P5 weights approximately 146 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta.
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, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta, 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, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Rover P5. (222 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Rover P5.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Rover P5 | 2011 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Rover | Volkswagen |
Model | P5 | Jetta |
Year Released | 1958 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2995 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1434 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4644 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1778 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1482 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2651 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |