1959 Rover P4 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 48 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 2,625 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touran (108 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1959 Rover P4. (92 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 113 kg more than 1959 Rover P4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Rover P4 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 1959 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touran, 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, 1959 Rover P4 (168 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Touran. (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Touran.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Rover P4 | 2007 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Rover | Volkswagen |
Model | P4 | Touran |
Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2625 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 92 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1563 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2680 mm |