1992 BMW 850 vs. 1956 Rover P4
To start off, 1992 BMW 850 is newer by 36 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 5,500 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 850 (295 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1956 Rover P4. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 1956 Rover P4.
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 850 (447 Nm) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Rover P4. (138 Nm). This means 1992 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 850 | 1956 Rover P4 | |
| Make | BMW | Rover |
| Model | 850 | P4 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5500 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2830 mm |
