1989 Audi V8 vs. 1957 Rover P4
To start off, 1989 Audi V8 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Rover P4 would be higher. At 3,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi V8 (251 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1957 Rover P4. (93 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 1957 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi V8 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1957 Rover P4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Rover P4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Audi V8 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, 1989 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Rover P4. (206 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi V8 | 1957 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Audi | Rover |
| Model | V8 | P4 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 2636 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 105 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 52 L |
