1986 BMW Z1 vs. 1971 Rover 2000
To start off, 1986 BMW Z1 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 BMW Z1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW Z1 (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1971 Rover 2000. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW Z1 should accelerate faster than 1971 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Rover 2000 weights approximately 297 kg more than 1986 BMW Z1.
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, 1986 BMW Z1 (222 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Rover 2000. (172 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1986 BMW Z1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Rover 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW Z1 | 1971 Rover 2000 | |
| Make | BMW | Rover |
| Model | Z1 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 998 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2640 mm |
