1983 BMW 525 vs. 1971 Rover P6
To start off, 1983 BMW 525 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Rover P6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Rover P6 would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Rover P6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Rover P6 (150 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1983 BMW 525. (123 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Rover P6 should accelerate faster than 1983 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Rover P6 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1983 BMW 525. 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, 1971 Rover P6 (274 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 BMW 525. (241 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1971 Rover P6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
1983 BMW 525 | 1971 Rover P6 | |
Make | BMW | Rover |
Model | 525 | P6 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2693 cc | 3532 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 274 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 71.1 mm |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |