1956 Rover P4 vs. 2012 BMW 335
To start off, 2012 BMW 335 is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 335 (320 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1956 Rover P4. (108 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1956 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 335 weights approximately 329 kg more than 1956 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, 2012 BMW 335 (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Rover P4. (206 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Rover P4. 1956 Rover P4 has automatic transmission and 2012 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2012 BMW 335 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1956 Rover P4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Rover P4 | 2012 BMW 335 | |
Make | Rover | BMW |
Model | P4 | 335 |
Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2638 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1486 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1783 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1372 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 57 L |