1971 BMW 3 vs. 1959 Rover P4
To start off, 1971 BMW 3 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 BMW 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 BMW 3 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1959 Rover P4. (92 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 BMW 3 should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Rover P4 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1971 BMW 3.
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, 1971 BMW 3 (254 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Rover P4. (168 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1971 BMW 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1971 BMW 3 | 1959 Rover P4 | |
Make | BMW | Rover |
Model | 3 | P4 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 2625 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 92 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 254 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2830 mm |