1953 Rover P4 vs. 2010 BMW 118
To start off, 2010 BMW 118 is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 118 (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1953 Rover P4. (93 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1953 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Rover P4 weights approximately 91 kg more than 2010 BMW 118.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 BMW 118 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Rover P4. (187 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Rover P4 | 2010 BMW 118 | |
Make | Rover | BMW |
Model | P4 | 118 |
Year Released | 1953 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2638 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1486 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1423 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 51 L |