2002 BMW 318 vs. 1962 Rover P5
To start off, 2002 BMW 318 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Rover P5 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Rover P5 (119 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2002 BMW 318. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Rover P5 should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Rover P5 weights approximately 220 kg more than 2002 BMW 318. 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, 2002 BMW 318 (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Rover P5. (218 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Rover P5. 2002 BMW 318 has automatic transmission and 1962 Rover P5 has manual transmission. 1962 Rover P5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 BMW 318 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 318 | 1962 Rover P5 | |
| Make | BMW | Rover |
| Model | 318 | P5 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 77.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | 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 | 1500 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |
