1963 Rover 2000 vs. 2012 BMW 550
To start off, 2012 BMW 550 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 550 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 1963 Rover 2000. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1963 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 550 weights approximately 768 kg more than 1963 Rover 2000. 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, 2012 BMW 550 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 459 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Rover 2000. (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Rover 2000.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Rover 2000 | 2012 BMW 550 | |
Make | Rover | BMW |
Model | 2000 | 550 |
Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1978 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 609 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 1980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |