1995 BMW 318 vs. 1953 Rover P4
To start off, 1995 BMW 318 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW 318 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1953 Rover P4. (93 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1953 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Rover P4 weights approximately 41 kg more than 1995 BMW 318.
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, 1953 Rover P4 (187 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW 318. (168 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1953 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 318 | 1953 Rover P4 | |
| Make | BMW | Rover |
| Model | 318 | P4 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1486 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 52 L |
