1959 Rover P4 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 49 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, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1959 Rover P4. (92 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Rover P4 weights approximately 166 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Golf.
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, 2008 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Rover P4. (168 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Rover P4 | 2008 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Rover | Volkswagen |
Model | P4 | Golf |
Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
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 | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1284 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 55 L |