1998 BMW 318 vs. 1956 Rover P4
To start off, 1998 BMW 318 is newer by 42 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 2,636 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 318 (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1956 Rover P4. (108 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1956 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Rover P4 weights approximately 173 kg more than 1998 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, 1956 Rover P4 (206 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1956 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 318 | 1956 Rover P4 | |
Make | BMW | Rover |
Model | 318 | P4 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1895 cc | 2636 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 105 mm |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 153 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1448 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 52 L |