2002 Audi A8 vs. 1959 Rover P5
To start off, 2002 Audi A8 is newer by 43 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 3,936 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi A8 (271 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1959 Rover P5. (106 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A8 weights approximately 356 kg more than 1959 Rover P5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Audi A8 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, 2002 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, 2002 Audi A8 (225 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Rover P5. (222 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2002 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Rover P5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A8 | 1959 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Audi | Rover |
| Model | A8 | P5 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3936 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 77.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 63 L |
