1998 BMW 320 vs. 1956 Rover P4
To start off, 1998 BMW 320 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 320 (170 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1956 Rover P4. (108 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1956 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 320 weights approximately 52 kg more than 1956 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, 1998 BMW 320 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Rover P4. (206 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Rover P4. 1998 BMW 320 has automatic transmission and 1956 Rover P4 has manual transmission. 1956 Rover P4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 BMW 320 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 320 | 1956 Rover P4 | |
| Make | BMW | Rover |
| Model | 320 | P4 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2169 cc | 2636 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 105 mm |
| Top Speed | 224 km/hour | 153 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1448 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 52 L |
