2006 BMW Z4 vs. 1962 Rover P5
To start off, 2006 BMW Z4 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Rover P5 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW Z4 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1962 Rover P5. (119 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1962 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Rover P5 weights approximately 394 kg more than 2006 BMW Z4.
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, 1962 Rover P5 (218 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW Z4. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1962 Rover P5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW Z4 | 1962 Rover P5 | |
| Make | BMW | Rover |
| Model | Z4 | P5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 77.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
