1990 BMW 316 vs. 1959 Rover P5
To start off, 1990 BMW 316 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Rover P5 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Rover P5 (106 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1990 BMW 316. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Rover P5 should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Rover P5 weights approximately 504 kg more than 1990 BMW 316. 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, 1959 Rover P5 (222 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 316. (141 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1959 Rover P5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
1990 BMW 316 | 1959 Rover P5 | |
Make | BMW | Rover |
Model | 316 | P5 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1584 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |