1972 BMW Turbo vs. 1991 Rover 820
To start off, 1991 Rover 820 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW Turbo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW Turbo would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Rover 820 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Rover 820 (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1972 BMW Turbo. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Rover 820 should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW Turbo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Rover 820 weights approximately 424 kg more than 1972 BMW Turbo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 BMW Turbo 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 1972 BMW Turbo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Rover 820, 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, 1991 Rover 820 (215 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW Turbo. (177 Nm). This means 1991 Rover 820 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW Turbo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 BMW Turbo | 1991 Rover 820 | |
| Make | BMW | Rover |
| Model | Turbo | 820 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 89 mm |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1408 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2780 mm |
