2005 BMW 530 vs. 1963 Rover P5
To start off, 2005 BMW 530 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Rover P5 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1963 Rover P5. (119 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1963 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Rover P5 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2005 BMW 530.
Because 2005 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Rover P5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 will offer significantly more control. 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 530 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Rover P5. (218 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Rover P5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 530 | 1963 Rover P5 | |
| Make | BMW | Rover |
| Model | 530 | P5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 77.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
