1977 BMW 528 vs. 1958 Rover P4
To start off, 1977 BMW 528 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 BMW 528 (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1958 Rover P4. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1958 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 BMW 528 weights approximately 16 kg more than 1958 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 528 (234 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Rover P4. (188 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1977 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1977 BMW 528 | 1958 Rover P4 | |
Make | BMW | Rover |
Model | 528 | P4 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2788 cc | 2636 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 234 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 52 L |