2004 BMW 318 vs. 1959 Rover P4
To start off, 2004 BMW 318 is newer by 45 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 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 318 (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1959 Rover P4. (67 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Rover P4 weights approximately 2 kg more than 2004 BMW 318.
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 318 (355 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Rover P4. (169 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 318 | 1959 Rover P4 | |
Make | BMW | Rover |
Model | 318 | P4 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88.9 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1472 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 52 L |