1959 BMW 507 vs. 1971 Rover 2000
To start off, 1971 Rover 2000 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW 507. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 507 would be higher. At 3,169 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 BMW 507 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 BMW 507 (148 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1971 Rover 2000. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 BMW 507 should accelerate faster than 1971 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Rover 2000 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1959 BMW 507.
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, 1959 BMW 507 (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Rover 2000. (172 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1959 BMW 507 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Rover 2000.
Compare all specifications:
1959 BMW 507 | 1971 Rover 2000 | |
Make | BMW | Rover |
Model | 507 | 2000 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3169 cc | 1978 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2640 mm |