2009 BMW 325 vs. 1958 Rover P5
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 P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Rover P5 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1958 Rover P5. (106 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1958 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Rover P5 weights approximately 260 kg more than 2009 BMW 325.
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 (271 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Rover P5. (222 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Rover P5.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 325 | 1958 Rover P5 | |
Make | BMW | Rover |
Model | 325 | P5 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |