2008 BMW 735 vs. 1955 Rover P4
To start off, 2008 BMW 735 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Rover P4 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 735 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 735 (268 HP) has 194 more horse power than 1955 Rover P4. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 735 should accelerate faster than 1955 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 735 weights approximately 545 kg more than 1955 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 735 (360 Nm) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Rover P4. (150 Nm). This means 2008 BMW 735 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 735 | 1955 Rover P4 | |
| Make | BMW | Rover |
| Model | 735 | P4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2102 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 65.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.2 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 52 L |
