2002 BMW 760 vs. 1956 Rover P4
To start off, 2002 BMW 760 is newer by 46 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 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 760 (438 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 330 more horse power than 1956 Rover P4. (108 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1956 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 760 weights approximately 668 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, 2002 BMW 760 (601 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Rover P4. (206 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
2002 BMW 760 | 1956 Rover P4 | |
Make | BMW | Rover |
Model | 760 | P4 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5972 cc | 2638 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 438 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 601 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 105 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 151 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2154 kg | 1486 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 52 L |