1973 Rover 2000 vs. 2009 BMW 545
To start off, 2009 BMW 545 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1973 Rover 2000. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1973 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 545 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1973 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, 2009 BMW 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Rover 2000. (172 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Rover 2000. 2009 BMW 545 has automatic transmission and 1973 Rover 2000 has manual transmission. 1973 Rover 2000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 545 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Rover 2000 | 2009 BMW 545 | |
| Make | Rover | BMW |
| Model | 2000 | 545 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1978 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2890 mm |
