1991 BMW M12 vs. 1974 Rover 2000
To start off, 1991 BMW M12 is newer by 17 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 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 BMW M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 BMW M12 (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1974 Rover 2000. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 BMW M12 should accelerate faster than 1974 Rover 2000.
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, 1991 BMW M12 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Rover 2000. (172 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1991 BMW M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Rover 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 BMW M12 | 1974 Rover 2000 | |
| Make | BMW | Rover |
| Model | M12 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 1976 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2640 mm |
