2009 BMW 335 vs. 1956 Rover P4
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 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 2,636 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1956 Rover P4. (108 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1956 Rover P4.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Rover P4 (206 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 335. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1956 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 335.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 1956 Rover P4 | |
| Make | BMW | Rover |
| Model | 335 | P4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2636 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 153 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 52 L |
