1985 BMW M6 vs. 1974 Rover 2000
To start off, 1985 BMW M6 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 3,451 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 BMW M6 (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1974 Rover 2000. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1974 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 BMW M6 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1974 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, 1985 BMW M6 (334 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Rover 2000. (172 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1985 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Rover 2000.
Compare all specifications:
1985 BMW M6 | 1974 Rover 2000 | |
Make | BMW | Rover |
Model | M6 | 2000 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3451 cc | 1976 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2640 mm |