1982 BMW 323 vs. 1959 Rover P4
To start off, 1982 BMW 323 is newer by 23 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 2,315 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 BMW 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 BMW 323 (148 HP) has 81 more horse power than 1959 Rover P4. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1982 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Rover P4 weights approximately 252 kg more than 1982 BMW 323.
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, 1982 BMW 323 (205 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Rover P4. (169 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1982 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 BMW 323 | 1959 Rover P4 | |
| Make | BMW | Rover |
| Model | 323 | P4 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2315 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.8 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1472 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 52 L |
