2008 Audi A4 vs. 1959 Rover P5
To start off, 2008 Audi A4 is newer by 49 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, 2008 Audi A4 (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1959 Rover P5. (106 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Rover P5 weights approximately 194 kg more than 2008 Audi A4.
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, 2008 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, 1959 Rover P5 (222 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A4. (195 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1959 Rover P5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A4 | 1959 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Audi | Rover |
| Model | A4 | P5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 77.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
