1959 Rover P5 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 47 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, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1959 Rover P5. (106 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Rover P5 weights approximately 308 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Jetta.
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, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta, 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 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Jetta. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1959 Rover P5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Rover P5 | 2006 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Rover | Volkswagen |
| Model | P5 | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 1276 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
