1999 BMW Z8 vs. 1959 Rover P4
To start off, 1999 BMW Z8 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Rover P4 would be higher. At 4,939 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW Z8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW Z8 (400 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 333 more horse power than 1959 Rover P4. (67 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW Z8 should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW Z8 weights approximately 113 kg more than 1959 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 Z8 (500 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Rover P4. (169 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 BMW Z8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW Z8 | 1959 Rover P4 | |
| Make | BMW | Rover |
| Model | Z8 | P4 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4939 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1472 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 52 L |
