1968 BMW 2000 vs. 1973 Rover 2000
To start off, 1973 Rover 2000 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 BMW 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 2000 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 BMW 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 BMW 2000 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1973 Rover 2000. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 BMW 2000 should accelerate faster than 1973 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Rover 2000 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1968 BMW 2000.
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, 1973 Rover 2000 (172 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 2000. (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1973 Rover 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 2000.
Compare all specifications:
1968 BMW 2000 | 1973 Rover 2000 | |
Make | BMW | Rover |
Model | 2000 | 2000 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1978 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2640 mm |