2008 BMW 730 vs. 1959 Rover P5
To start off, 2008 BMW 730 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. Both 2008 BMW 730 and 1959 Rover P5 are equipped with a 2,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 730 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1959 Rover P5. (106 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 730 weights approximately 236 kg more than 1959 Rover P5. 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 730 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Rover P5. (222 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Rover P5.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 730 | 1959 Rover P5 | |
Make | BMW | Rover |
Model | 730 | P5 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2995 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1584 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 63 L |