1957 Rover P4 vs. 2011 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 BMW 325 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1957 Rover P4. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1957 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 325 weights approximately 275 kg more than 1957 Rover P4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW 325 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Rover P4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW 325 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Rover P4. (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Rover P4. 2011 BMW 325 has automatic transmission and 1957 Rover P4 has manual transmission. 1957 Rover P4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Rover P4 | 2011 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Rover | BMW |
| Model | P4 | 325 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2230 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 63 L |
