1959 Rover P5 vs. 2009 Audi A3
To start off, 2009 Audi A3 is newer by 50 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, 1959 Rover P5 (106 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2009 Audi A3. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Rover P5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Rover P5 weights approximately 304 kg more than 2009 Audi A3. 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, 2009 Audi A3, 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 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A3. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1959 Rover P5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A3. 2009 Audi A3 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. 2009 Audi A3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Rover P5 | 2009 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Rover | Audi |
| Model | P5 | A3 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
