1959 Rover P5 vs. 2003 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Rover P5 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Sharan (148 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1959 Rover P5. (106 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 90 kg more than 1959 Rover P5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Rover P5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Sharan, 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 P5 (222 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volkswagen Sharan. (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1959 Rover P5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volkswagen Sharan. 2003 Volkswagen Sharan has automatic transmission and 1959 Rover P5 has manual transmission. 1959 Rover P5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Volkswagen Sharan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Rover P5 | 2003 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Rover | Volkswagen |
Model | P5 | Sharan |
Year Released | 1959 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2995 cc | 1786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 1674 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |