1992 BMW 538 vs. 1957 Rover P4
To start off, 1992 BMW 538 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Rover P4 would be higher. At 3,795 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW 538 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 538 (341 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1957 Rover P4. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 538 should accelerate faster than 1957 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 538 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1957 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, 1992 BMW 538 (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Rover P4. (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 538 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 538 | 1957 Rover P4 | |
Make | BMW | Rover |
Model | 538 | P4 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3795 cc | 2230 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 341 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94.6 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1630 mm |