2008 BMW 120 vs. 1963 Rover P6
To start off, 2008 BMW 120 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Rover P6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Rover P6 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 120 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1963 Rover P6. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1963 Rover P6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Rover P6 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2008 BMW 120.
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, 2008 BMW 120 (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Rover P6. (153 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Rover P6. 2008 BMW 120 has automatic transmission and 1963 Rover P6 has manual transmission. 1963 Rover P6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 120 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 120 | 1963 Rover P6 | |
| Make | BMW | Rover |
| Model | 120 | P6 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 54 L |
