1958 BMW 502 vs. 1951 Rover P4
To start off, 1958 BMW 502 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,580 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 BMW 502 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 BMW 502 (101 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1951 Rover P4. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 BMW 502 should accelerate faster than 1951 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 BMW 502 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1951 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 BMW 502 | 1951 Rover P4 | |
| Make | BMW | Rover |
| Model | 502 | P4 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 2103 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 52 L |
