1990 BMW 316 vs. 1974 Rover 3.5

To start off, 1990 BMW 316 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Rover 3.5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Rover 3.5 would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Rover 3.5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Rover 3.5 (149 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1990 BMW 316. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Rover 3.5 should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Rover 3.5 weights approximately 558 kg more than 1990 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, 1974 Rover 3.5 (276 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 316. (141 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1974 Rover 3.5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 316. 1974 Rover 3.5 has automatic transmission and 1990 BMW 316 has manual transmission. 1990 BMW 316 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Rover 3.5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1990 BMW 316 1974 Rover 3.5
Make BMW Rover
Model 316 3.5
Year Released 1990 1974
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1596 cc 3532 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 100 HP 149 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 141 Nm 276 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 2600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1080 kg 1638 kg
Vehicle Length 4330 mm 4750 mm
Vehicle Width 1650 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1550 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2820 mm


 

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