2009 BMW 550 vs. 1959 Rover P4
To start off, 2009 BMW 550 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 4,799 cc, 2009 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 311 more horse power than 1959 Rover P4. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1959 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 550 (491 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Rover P4. (138 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 550 | 1959 Rover P4 | |
Make | BMW | Rover |
Model | 550 | P4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1997 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 491 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
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 | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 54 L |