2005 BMW 325 vs. 1950 Rover P4
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1950 Rover P4. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1950 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1950 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 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Rover P4. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 325 | 1950 Rover P4 | |
Make | BMW | Rover |
Model | 325 | P4 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1950 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2491 cc | 2103 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 65.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 105 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 52 L |