2009 BMW 335 vs. 1959 Rover P4
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1959 Rover P4. (92 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 335 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1959 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 335 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Rover P4. (168 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 335 | 1959 Rover P4 | |
Make | BMW | Rover |
Model | 335 | P4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2625 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 92 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | 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 | 1810 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 52 L |