1959 Rover P5 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 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, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1959 Rover P5. (106 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Rover P5 weights approximately 353 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Rover P5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Golf will offer significantly more control. 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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (201 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Rover P5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. 2008 Volkswagen Golf 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. 2008 Volkswagen Golf will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Rover P5 | 2008 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Rover | Volkswagen |
| Model | P5 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 1231 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
