1994 BMW 735 vs. 1970 Rover 2000
To start off, 1994 BMW 735 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 3,430 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 BMW 735 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 735 (208 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1970 Rover 2000. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 735 should accelerate faster than 1970 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 735 weights approximately 525 kg more than 1970 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, 1994 BMW 735 (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Rover 2000. (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 735 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Rover 2000.
Compare all specifications:
1994 BMW 735 | 1970 Rover 2000 | |
Make | BMW | Rover |
Model | 735 | 2000 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3430 cc | 1978 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2640 mm |