1954 Rover P4 vs. 2010 BMW 123
To start off, 2010 BMW 123 is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Rover P4 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 123 (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1954 Rover P4. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 123 should accelerate faster than 1954 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 123 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1954 Rover P4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 123 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Rover P4. (138 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 123 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Rover P4 | 2010 BMW 123 | |
Make | Rover | BMW |
Model | P4 | 123 |
Year Released | 1954 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1423 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2660 mm |