2007 BMW 330 vs. 1954 Rover P4
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1954 Rover P4. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1954 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1954 Rover P4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 330 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Rover P4. (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Rover P4. 2007 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 1954 Rover P4 has manual transmission. 1954 Rover P4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 330 | 1954 Rover P4 | |
Make | BMW | Rover |
Model | 330 | P4 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2228 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |