2007 BMW 320 vs. 1958 Rover P5
To start off, 2007 BMW 320 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Rover P5 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 320 (168 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1958 Rover P5. (106 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1958 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 320 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1958 Rover P5. 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, 1958 Rover P5 (222 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 320. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1958 Rover P5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 320 | 1958 Rover P5 | |
Make | BMW | Rover |
Model | 320 | P5 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2169 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |