1988 BMW M5 vs. 1956 Rover P4
To start off, 1988 BMW M5 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Rover P4 would be higher. At 3,533 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW M5 (311 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1956 Rover P4. (108 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1956 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW M5 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1956 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 M5 (360 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Rover P4. (206 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1988 BMW M5 | 1956 Rover P4 | |
Make | BMW | Rover |
Model | M5 | P4 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3533 cc | 2636 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 311 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 105 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Top Speed | 253 km/hour | 153 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1733 kg | 1448 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2830 mm |