2007 BMW 328 vs. 1958 Rover P4
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1958 Rover P4. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1958 Rover P4.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Rover P4. (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 328 | 1958 Rover P4 | |
| Make | BMW | Rover |
| Model | 328 | P4 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
