1957 Rover P4 vs. 2012 BMW M5
To start off, 2012 BMW M5 is newer by 55 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW M5 (560 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 490 more horse power than 1957 Rover P4. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1957 Rover P4.
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 M5 (680 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 527 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Rover P4. (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Rover P4. 2012 BMW M5 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. 2012 BMW M5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Rover P4 | 2012 BMW M5 | |
Make | Rover | BMW |
Model | P4 | M5 |
Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2230 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 560 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 680 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1455 mm |