2006 BMW 645 vs. 1959 Rover P4
To start off, 2006 BMW 645 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 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 261 more horse power than 1959 Rover P4. (67 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 645 weights approximately 343 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 645 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Rover P4. (169 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 645 | 1959 Rover P4 | |
Make | BMW | Rover |
Model | 645 | P4 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 90.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 88.9 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1472 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 52 L |