1991 BMW 518 vs. 1972 Rover 2000
To start off, 1991 BMW 518 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 1,978 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Rover 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 BMW 518 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1972 Rover 2000. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 BMW 518 should accelerate faster than 1972 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Rover 2000 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1991 BMW 518.
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, 1972 Rover 2000 (172 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 BMW 518. (165 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1972 Rover 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 BMW 518.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 BMW 518 | 1972 Rover 2000 | |
| Make | BMW | Rover |
| Model | 518 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1766 cc | 1978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2640 mm |
