2001 BMW 735 vs. 1957 Rover P4
To start off, 2001 BMW 735 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Rover P4 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW 735 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 735 (268 HP) has 217 more horse power than 1957 Rover P4. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 735 should accelerate faster than 1957 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 735 weights approximately 555 kg more than 1957 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, 2001 BMW 735 (360 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Rover P4. (138 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 735 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Rover P4. 2001 BMW 735 has automatic transmission and 1957 Rover P4 has manual transmission. 1957 Rover P4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 BMW 735 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 735 | 1957 Rover P4 | |
| Make | BMW | Rover |
| Model | 735 | P4 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2830 mm |
