2007 BMW 523 vs. 1959 Rover P5
To start off, 2007 BMW 523 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Rover P5 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 523 (175 HP) has 69 more horse power than 1959 Rover P5. (106 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 523 should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Rover P5 weights approximately 304 kg more than 2007 BMW 523.
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 523 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Rover P5. (222 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 523 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Rover P5.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 523 | 1959 Rover P5 | |
Make | BMW | Rover |
Model | 523 | P5 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 106 HP |
Torque | 230 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1584 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |