2009 BMW 125 vs. 1973 Rover P5B
To start off, 2009 BMW 125 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Rover P5B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Rover P5B would be higher. At 3,528 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Rover P5B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1973 Rover P5B. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 1973 Rover P5B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Rover P5B weights approximately 260 kg more than 2009 BMW 125.
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, 1973 Rover P5B (295 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 125. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1973 Rover P5B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 125.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 125 | 1973 Rover P5B | |
Make | BMW | Rover |
Model | 125 | P5B |
Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3528 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 295 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2820 mm |