1999 BMW M28i vs. 1958 Rover P4
To start off, 1999 BMW M28i is newer by 41 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 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW M28i is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW M28i (250 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1958 Rover P4. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW M28i should accelerate faster than 1958 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW M28i weights approximately 300 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, 1999 BMW M28i (355 Nm) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Rover P4. (188 Nm). This means 1999 BMW M28i will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW M28i | 1958 Rover P4 | |
Make | BMW | Rover |
Model | M28i | P4 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3201 cc | 2636 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 188 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2830 mm |