2009 BMW 320 vs. 1953 Rover P4
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 320 (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1953 Rover P4. (93 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1953 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 320 weights approximately 39 kg more than 1953 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 320 (191 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Rover P4. (187 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 320 | 1953 Rover P4 | |
| Make | BMW | Rover |
| Model | 320 | P4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1486 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 52 L |
