2009 BMW 135 vs. 1956 Rover P4
To start off, 2009 BMW 135 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 135 (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1956 Rover P4. (108 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 1956 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 135 weights approximately 77 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 135 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Rover P4. (206 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 135 | 1956 Rover P4 | |
Make | BMW | Rover |
Model | 135 | P4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2636 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 105 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 153 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1448 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 52 L |