1964 Rover P6 vs. 2001 BMW Z3
To start off, 2001 BMW Z3 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Rover P6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Rover P6 would be higher. At 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW Z3 (167 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1964 Rover P6. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1964 Rover P6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW Z3 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1964 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 Z3 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Rover P6. (153 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2001 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Rover P6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Rover P6 | 2001 BMW Z3 | |
| Make | Rover | BMW |
| Model | P6 | Z3 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1978 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.7 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.7 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 51 L |
