2006 BMW 330 vs. 1952 Rover P4
To start off, 2006 BMW 330 is newer by 54 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 330 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1952 Rover P4. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1952 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 330 weights approximately 225 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, 2006 BMW 330 (411 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Rover P4. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 330 | 1952 Rover P4 | |
Make | BMW | Rover |
Model | 330 | P4 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1952 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2101 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 411 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 65.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 105 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 52 L |