1986 BMW M6 vs. 1955 Rover P4
To start off, 1986 BMW M6 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 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 212 more horse power than 1955 Rover P4. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1955 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW M6 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1955 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 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Rover P4. (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1986 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1986 BMW M6 | 1955 Rover P4 | |
Make | BMW | Rover |
Model | M6 | P4 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3453 cc | 2230 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 73.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |