2007 BMW 328 vs. 1962 Rover P5
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 45 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. Both 2007 BMW 328 and 1962 Rover P5 are equipped with a 2,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1962 Rover P5. (119 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1962 Rover P5.
Because 2007 BMW 328 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Rover P5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Rover P5. (218 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Rover P5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 328 | 1962 Rover P5 | |
| Make | BMW | Rover |
| Model | 328 | P5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
