1996 Audi A8 vs. 1959 Rover P4
To start off, 1996 Audi A8 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Rover P4 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A8 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1959 Rover P4. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A8 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1959 Rover P4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Rover P4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Audi A8 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, 1996 Audi A8 (400 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Rover P4. (138 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Rover P4. 1996 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 1959 Rover P4 has manual transmission. 1959 Rover P4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A8 | 1959 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Audi | Rover |
| Model | A8 | P4 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 54 L |
