2006 BMW 523 vs. 1963 Rover P6
To start off, 2006 BMW 523 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Rover P6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Rover P6 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 523 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 523 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1963 Rover P6. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 523 should accelerate faster than 1963 Rover P6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 523 weights approximately 352 kg more than 1963 Rover P6. 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 523 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Rover P6. (153 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 523 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Rover P6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 523 | 1963 Rover P6 | |
| Make | BMW | Rover |
| Model | 523 | P6 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 85.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 85.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1632 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 54 L |
