1986 BMW 325 vs. 1954 Rover P4
To start off, 1986 BMW 325 is newer by 32 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 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW 325 (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1954 Rover P4. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1954 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Rover P4 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1986 BMW 325.
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, 1986 BMW 325 (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Rover P4. (188 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1986 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1986 BMW 325 | 1954 Rover P4 | |
Make | BMW | Rover |
Model | 325 | P4 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2493 cc | 2638 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 52 L |