1976 Rover 2000 vs. 2005 BMW Z4
To start off, 2005 BMW Z4 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Rover 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW Z4 (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1976 Rover 2000. (142 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1976 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Rover 2000 weights approximately 7 kg more than 2005 BMW Z4.
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, 1976 Rover 2000 (272 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW Z4. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Rover 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW Z4. 2005 BMW Z4 has automatic transmission and 1976 Rover 2000 has manual transmission. 1976 Rover 2000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW Z4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Rover 2000 | 2005 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Rover | BMW |
| Model | 2000 | Z4 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3532 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2500 mm |
