2005 BMW 318 vs. 1955 Rover P4
To start off, 2005 BMW 318 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,102 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 318 (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1955 Rover P4. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1955 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 318 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1955 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, 2005 BMW 318 (280 Nm) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Rover P4. (150 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 318 | 1955 Rover P4 | |
| Make | BMW | Rover |
| Model | 318 | P4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2102 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 65.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 52 L |
