2012 BMW Z4 vs. 1963 Rover P5
To start off, 2012 BMW Z4 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Rover P5 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW Z4 (182 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1963 Rover P5. (119 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1963 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Rover P5 weights approximately 240 kg more than 2012 BMW Z4.
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, 2012 BMW Z4 (270 Nm @ 1250 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Rover P5. (218 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 2012 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Rover P5. 1963 Rover P5 has automatic transmission and 2012 BMW Z4 has manual transmission. 2012 BMW Z4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1963 Rover P5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 BMW Z4 | 1963 Rover P5 | |
| Make | BMW | Rover |
| Model | Z4 | P5 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1250 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 77.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4239 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1791 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2497 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
