1958 Rover P5 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 54 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, 1958 Rover P5 (106 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Polo. (69 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Rover P5 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Rover P5 weights approximately 513 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Polo. 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, 2012 Volkswagen Polo, 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 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Polo. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 Rover P5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Rover P5 | 2012 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Rover | Volkswagen |
Model | P5 | Polo |
Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2995 cc | 1200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
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 | 1067 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1682 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2470 mm |