2009 BMW 730 vs. 1955 Rover P4
To start off, 2009 BMW 730 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 730 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1955 Rover P4. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1955 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 730 weights approximately 475 kg more than 1955 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 730 (540 Nm) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Rover P4. (150 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 730 | 1955 Rover P4 | |
| Make | BMW | Rover |
| Model | 730 | P4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2102 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 52 L |
