1966 BMW 1602 vs. 1998 Rover 400
To start off, 1998 Rover 400 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 BMW 1602. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 BMW 1602 would be higher. At 1,574 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 BMW 1602 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Rover 400 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1966 BMW 1602. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 1966 BMW 1602. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Rover 400 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1966 BMW 1602. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 BMW 1602 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1966 BMW 1602. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Rover 400, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Rover 400 (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 BMW 1602. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 BMW 1602.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 BMW 1602 | 1998 Rover 400 | |
| Make | BMW | Rover |
| Model | 1602 | 400 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 1394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2630 mm |
