2007 Audi A3 vs. 1959 Rover P5
To start off, 2007 Audi A3 is newer by 48 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 2 more horse power than 2007 Audi A3. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Rover P5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Rover P5 weights approximately 222 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 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, 2007 Audi A3 (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Rover P5. (222 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Rover P5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A3 | 1959 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Audi | Rover |
| Model | A3 | P5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 77.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 63 L |
