2007 BMW Z4 vs. 1963 Rover P5
To start off, 2007 BMW Z4 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Rover P5 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Z4 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1963 Rover P5. (119 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1963 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Rover P5 weights approximately 358 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 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Rover P5. (218 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Rover P5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Z4 | 1963 Rover P5 | |
| Make | BMW | Rover |
| Model | Z4 | P5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 77.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
