2009 BMW M3 vs. 1956 Rover P4
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Rover P4 would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 1956 Rover P4. (108 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1956 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Rover P4 weights approximately 63 kg more than 2009 BMW M3.
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 M3 (401 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Rover P4. (206 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M3 | 1956 Rover P4 | |
Make | BMW | Rover |
Model | M3 | P4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 2636 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 105 mm |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 153 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1448 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 52 L |