1983 BMW 316 vs. 1963 Rover 2000
To start off, 1983 BMW 316 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 1,978 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Rover 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Rover 2000 (91 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1983 BMW 316. (88 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Rover 2000 should accelerate faster than 1983 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Rover 2000 weights approximately 222 kg more than 1983 BMW 316. 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, 1963 Rover 2000 (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 BMW 316. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1963 Rover 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 BMW 316. 1983 BMW 316 has automatic transmission and 1963 Rover 2000 has manual transmission. 1963 Rover 2000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 BMW 316 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 BMW 316 | 1963 Rover 2000 | |
| Make | BMW | Rover |
| Model | 316 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1765 cc | 1978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 85.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 85.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 54 L |
