1995 BMW 330 vs. 1949 Rover P4
To start off, 1995 BMW 330 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW 330 (193 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1949 Rover P4. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1949 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Rover P4 weights approximately 56 kg more than 1995 BMW 330.
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, 1995 BMW 330 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Rover P4. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1995 BMW 330 | 1949 Rover P4 | |
Make | BMW | Rover |
Model | 330 | P4 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2793 cc | 2102 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 7.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1451 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2830 mm |