1988 BMW 525 vs. 1959 Rover P4
To start off, 1988 BMW 525 is newer by 29 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 2,625 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW 525 (165 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1959 Rover P4. (92 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 525 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1959 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, 1988 BMW 525 (239 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Rover P4. (168 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Rover P4. 1988 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 1959 Rover P4 has manual transmission. 1959 Rover P4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 BMW 525 | 1959 Rover P4 | |
Make | BMW | Rover |
Model | 525 | P4 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2441 cc | 2625 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 92 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 239 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 52 L |