2008 BMW 330 vs. 1959 Rover P5
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 49 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, 2008 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1959 Rover P5. (106 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Rover P5 weights approximately 42 kg more than 2008 BMW 330.
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 330 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Rover P5. (222 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Rover P5. 2008 BMW 330 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. 2008 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 330 | 1959 Rover P5 | |
Make | BMW | Rover |
Model | 330 | P5 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 77.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 105 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1584 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 63 L |