2009 BMW 745 vs. 1955 Rover P4
To start off, 2009 BMW 745 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 4,423 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 745 (325 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1955 Rover P4. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1955 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 745 weights approximately 715 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 745 (700 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 547 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Rover P4. (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Rover P4. 2009 BMW 745 has automatic transmission and 1955 Rover P4 has manual transmission. 1955 Rover P4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 745 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 745 | 1955 Rover P4 | |
| Make | BMW | Rover |
| Model | 745 | P4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4423 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 45 L |
