2005 Audi A4 vs. 1958 Rover P5

To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Rover P5 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Rover P5 (106 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (100 HP @ 1900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Rover P5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Rover P5 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2005 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1958 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 1958 Rover P5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4, 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, 2005 Audi A4 (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Rover P5. (222 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Rover P5.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Audi A4 1958 Rover P5
Make Audi Rover
Model A4 P5
Year Released 2005 1958
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1894 cc 2995 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 100 HP 106 HP
Engine RPM 1900 RPM 4500 RPM
Torque 250 Nm 222 Nm
Torque RPM 1900 RPM 1500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 19.0:1 8.8:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Top Speed 191 km/hour 150 km/hour
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1450 kg 1580 kg
Vehicle Length 4550 mm 4750 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1540 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2820 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 63 L