2009 BMW 325 vs. 1963 Rover P6
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Rover P6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Rover P6 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 (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1963 Rover P6. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1963 Rover P6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 325 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1963 Rover P6. 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 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Rover P6. (153 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Rover P6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 325 | 1963 Rover P6 | |
| Make | BMW | Rover |
| Model | 325 | P6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 85.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 54 L |
