2007 BMW 330 vs. 1959 Rover P4
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 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 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1959 Rover P4. (92 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1959 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 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Rover P4. (168 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 330 | 1959 Rover P4 | |
Make | BMW | Rover |
Model | 330 | P4 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2625 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 92 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 52 L |