1986 BMW M6 vs. 1950 Rover P4
To start off, 1986 BMW M6 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Rover P4 would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW M6 (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1950 Rover P4. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1950 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW M6 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1950 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, 1986 BMW M6 (335 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Rover P4. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1986 BMW M6 | 1950 Rover P4 | |
Make | BMW | Rover |
Model | M6 | P4 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1950 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3453 cc | 2103 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 65.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 105 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 52 L |