1959 BMW Isetta vs. 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre
To start off, 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW Isetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW Isetta would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre (148 HP) has 135 more horse power than 1959 BMW Isetta. (13 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW Isetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre weights approximately 1278 kg more than 1959 BMW Isetta. 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. 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre has automatic transmission and 1959 BMW Isetta has manual transmission. 1959 BMW Isetta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 BMW Isetta | 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre | |
Make | BMW | Rover |
Model | Isetta | 3.5 Litre |
Year Released | 1959 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 247 cc | 3532 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 1 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | single | in-line |
Horse Power | 13 HP | 148 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 360 kg | 1638 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2300 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1510 mm | 2820 mm |