2009 BMW 523 vs. 1949 Rover P4
To start off, 2009 BMW 523 is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 523 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 523 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1949 Rover P4. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 523 should accelerate faster than 1949 Rover P4.
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 523 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Rover P4. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 523 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 523 | 1949 Rover P4 | |
Make | BMW | Rover |
Model | 523 | P4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2102 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 65.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 105 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 52 L |