2007 BMW Z4 vs. 1950 Rover P4
To start off, 2007 BMW Z4 is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,103 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Z4 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1950 Rover P4. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1950 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Rover P4 weights approximately 95 kg more than 2007 BMW Z4.
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 Z4 (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Rover P4. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Z4 | 1950 Rover P4 | |
| Make | BMW | Rover |
| Model | Z4 | P4 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2103 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 65.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 52 L |
