1980 BMW M5 vs. 1970 Rover 2000
To start off, 1980 BMW M5 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 BMW M5 (218 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1970 Rover 2000. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1970 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 BMW M5 weights approximately 96 kg more than 1970 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, 1980 BMW M5 (304 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Rover 2000. (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1980 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Rover 2000.
Compare all specifications:
1980 BMW M5 | 1970 Rover 2000 | |
Make | BMW | Rover |
Model | M5 | 2000 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3453 cc | 1978 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 218 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1391 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2640 mm |