2007 BMW 330 vs. 1957 Rover P4
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 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 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1957 Rover P4. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1957 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1957 Rover P4. 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, 2007 BMW 330 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 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 1957 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 330 | 1957 Rover P4 | |
Make | BMW | Rover |
Model | 330 | P4 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2230 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 45 L |