2008 BMW 528 vs. 1958 Rover P4
To start off, 2008 BMW 528 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 528 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1958 Rover P4. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1958 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Rover P4 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2008 BMW 528.
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 528 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Rover P4. (188 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 528 | 1958 Rover P4 | |
Make | BMW | Rover |
Model | 528 | P4 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2636 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 52 L |