2005 BMW 545 vs. 1958 Rover P4
To start off, 2005 BMW 545 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Rover P4 would be higher. At 4,390 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 545 (326 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1958 Rover P4. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1958 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 545 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1958 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 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Rover P4. (138 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 545 | 1958 Rover P4 | |
Make | BMW | Rover |
Model | 545 | P4 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4390 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 326 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2830 mm |