1971 Rover 2000 vs. 2000 BMW 320
To start off, 2000 BMW 320 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 320 (168 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1971 Rover 2000. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1971 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 320 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1971 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, 2000 BMW 320 (214 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Rover 2000. (172 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Rover 2000. 2000 BMW 320 has automatic transmission and 1971 Rover 2000 has manual transmission. 1971 Rover 2000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 BMW 320 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Rover 2000 | 2000 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Rover | BMW |
| Model | 2000 | 320 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1978 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2730 mm |
