2008 BMW 116 vs. 1958 Rover P4
To start off, 2008 BMW 116 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,230 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 116 (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1958 Rover P4. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 116 should accelerate faster than 1958 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Rover P4 weights approximately 195 kg more than 2008 BMW 116.
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, 1958 Rover P4 (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 116. (150 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1958 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 116 | 1958 Rover P4 | |
Make | BMW | Rover |
Model | 116 | P4 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2230 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |