2007 BMW 525 vs. 1949 Rover P4
To start off, 2007 BMW 525 is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,494 cc, 2007 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 525 (190 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1949 Rover P4. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1949 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 525 weights approximately 124 kg more than 1949 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, 2007 BMW 525 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Rover P4. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Rover P4. 2007 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 1949 Rover P4 has manual transmission. 1949 Rover P4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 525 | 1949 Rover P4 | |
Make | BMW | Rover |
Model | 525 | P4 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2102 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 65.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 105 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 238 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1451 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 52 L |