1963 Rover P6 vs. 2001 BMW 730
To start off, 2001 BMW 730 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Rover P6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Rover P6 would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 730 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1963 Rover P6. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1963 Rover P6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 730 weights approximately 465 kg more than 1963 Rover P6. 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, 2001 BMW 730 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Rover P6. (153 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Rover P6. 2001 BMW 730 has automatic transmission and 1963 Rover P6 has manual transmission. 1963 Rover P6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 BMW 730 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Rover P6 | 2001 BMW 730 | |
Make | Rover | BMW |
Model | P6 | 730 |
Year Released | 1963 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1978 cc | 2793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.7 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.7 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2940 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 90 L |