2009 BMW 325 vs. 1958 Rover P4
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 325 (194 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1958 Rover P4. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1958 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 325 weights approximately 196 kg more than 1958 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 325 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Rover P4. (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 325 | 1958 Rover P4 | |
Make | BMW | Rover |
Model | 325 | P4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2230 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 45 L |