2009 BMW 120 vs. 1956 Rover P4
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Rover P4 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 120 (169 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1956 Rover P4. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1956 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 120 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1956 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, 2009 BMW 120 (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Rover P4. (138 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 120 | 1956 Rover P4 | |
Make | BMW | Rover |
Model | 120 | P4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2830 mm |