1971 Rover 2000 vs. 2012 BMW 328
To start off, 2012 BMW 328 is newer by 41 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1971 Rover 2000. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1971 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 328 weights approximately 330 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.
Because 2012 BMW 328 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Rover 2000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 328 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Rover 2000. (172 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Rover 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Rover 2000 | 2012 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Rover | BMW |
| Model | 2000 | 328 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1978 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2810 mm |
