1977 BMW 732 vs. 1954 Rover P4
To start off, 1977 BMW 732 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Rover P4 would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 BMW 732 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 BMW 732 (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1954 Rover P4. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 BMW 732 should accelerate faster than 1954 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 BMW 732 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1954 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 732 (290 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Rover P4. (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1977 BMW 732 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1977 BMW 732 | 1954 Rover P4 | |
Make | BMW | Rover |
Model | 732 | P4 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 2228 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 45 L |