2004 BMW 325 vs. 1966 Rover P5
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Rover P5 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1966 Rover P5. (122 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1966 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Rover P5 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2004 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 BMW 325 (237 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Rover P5. (217 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Rover P5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 1966 Rover P5 | |
| Make | BMW | Rover |
| Model | 325 | P5 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 85.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 54 L |
