1990 BMW 320 vs. 1954 Rover P4
To start off, 1990 BMW 320 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW 320 (115 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1954 Rover P4. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1954 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Rover P4 weights approximately 154 kg more than 1990 BMW 320.
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, 1990 BMW 320 (224 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Rover P4. (150 Nm). This means 1990 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1990 BMW 320 | 1954 Rover P4 | |
Make | BMW | Rover |
Model | 320 | P4 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2103 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 150 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 7.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2830 mm |