1959 Rover P4 vs. 1972 Volkswagen 411
To start off, 1972 Volkswagen 411 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Rover P4 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Volkswagen 411 (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1959 Rover P4. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Volkswagen 411 should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Rover P4 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1972 Volkswagen 411.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1959 Rover P4 (138 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volkswagen 411. (135 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1959 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volkswagen 411.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Rover P4 | 1972 Volkswagen 411 | |
Make | Rover | Volkswagen |
Model | P4 | 411 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1679 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |