1995 BMW S3 vs. 1958 Rover P4
To start off, 1995 BMW S3 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,636 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW S3 (338 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1958 Rover P4. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW S3 should accelerate faster than 1958 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW S3 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1958 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, 1995 BMW S3 (260 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Rover P4. (188 Nm). This means 1995 BMW S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1995 BMW S3 | 1958 Rover P4 | |
Make | BMW | Rover |
Model | S3 | P4 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2636 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 188 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2830 mm |