1976 Rover 2000 vs. 2011 BMW Z4
To start off, 2011 BMW Z4 is newer by 35 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, 2011 BMW Z4 (335 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1976 Rover 2000. (142 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1976 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW Z4 weights approximately 278 kg more than 1976 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, 2011 BMW Z4 (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Rover 2000. (272 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2011 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Rover 2000. 2011 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. 2011 BMW Z4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Rover 2000 | 2011 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Rover | BMW |
| Model | 2000 | Z4 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3532 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4242 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2497 mm |
