2007 BMW Z4 vs. 1959 Rover P5
To start off, 2007 BMW Z4 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 Z4 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1959 Rover P5. (106 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Rover P5 weights approximately 294 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 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Rover P5. (222 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Rover P5. 2007 BMW Z4 has automatic transmission and 1959 Rover P5 has manual transmission. 1959 Rover P5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW Z4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Z4 | 1959 Rover P5 | |
| Make | BMW | Rover |
| Model | Z4 | P5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 77.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 63 L |
