2005 BMW 535 vs. 1952 Rover P4
To start off, 2005 BMW 535 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Rover P4 would be higher. At 3,428 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 535 (241 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1952 Rover P4. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1952 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 535 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1952 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 535 (330 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Rover P4. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 535 | 1952 Rover P4 | |
| Make | BMW | Rover |
| Model | 535 | P4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3428 cc | 2101 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 65.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 52 L |
