2009 BMW 335 vs. 1959 Rover P5
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 P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Rover P5 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1959 Rover P5. (106 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 335 weights approximately 16 kg more than 1959 Rover P5. 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 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Rover P5. (222 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Rover P5. 1959 Rover P5 has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 335 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1959 Rover P5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 335 | 1959 Rover P5 | |
Make | BMW | Rover |
Model | 335 | P5 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2978 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 77.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 105 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1584 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 63 L |