2006 BMW 645 vs. 1955 Rover P4
To start off, 2006 BMW 645 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Rover P4 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 645 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1955 Rover P4. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 1955 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 645 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1955 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 645 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Rover P4. (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Rover P4. 2006 BMW 645 has automatic transmission and 1955 Rover P4 has manual transmission. 1955 Rover P4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 645 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 645 | 1955 Rover P4 | |
Make | BMW | Rover |
Model | 645 | P4 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2230 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |