2004 BMW 120 vs. 1953 Rover P4
To start off, 2004 BMW 120 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 120 (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1953 Rover P4. (93 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1953 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Rover P4 weights approximately 101 kg more than 2004 BMW 120.
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, 2004 BMW 120 (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Rover P4. (187 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 120 | 1953 Rover P4 | |
Make | BMW | Rover |
Model | 120 | P4 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2638 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 105 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.2:1 | 7.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1486 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 52 L |