2005 BMW 745 vs. 1954 Rover P4
To start off, 2005 BMW 745 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Rover P4 would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 745 (341 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1954 Rover P4. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1954 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 745 weights approximately 635 kg more than 1954 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 745 (447 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Rover P4. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 745 | 1954 Rover P4 | |
Make | BMW | Rover |
Model | 745 | P4 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4392 cc | 2103 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 341 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2025 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 52 L |