2006 BMW 330 vs. 1959 Rover P4
To start off, 2006 BMW 330 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 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 134 more horse power than 1959 Rover P4. (67 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 330 weights approximately 218 kg more than 1959 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 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Rover P4. (169 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 330 | 1959 Rover P4 | |
Make | BMW | Rover |
Model | 330 | P4 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1472 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 52 L |