2008 BMW 318 vs. 1957 Rover P4
To start off, 2008 BMW 318 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,636 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 318 (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1957 Rover P4. (93 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1957 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 318 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1957 Rover P4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 318 (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Rover P4. (206 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Rover P4. 1957 Rover P4 has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 318 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 318 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1957 Rover P4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 318 | 1957 Rover P4 | |
| Make | BMW | Rover |
| Model | 318 | P4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2636 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 52 L |
