1977 BMW 520 vs. 1956 Rover P4
To start off, 1977 BMW 520 is newer by 21 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 BMW 520 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1956 Rover P4. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1956 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 BMW 520 weights approximately 185 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, 1977 BMW 520 (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Rover P4. (138 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1977 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1977 BMW 520 | 1956 Rover P4 | |
Make | BMW | Rover |
Model | 520 | P4 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1951 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2830 mm |