1994 BMW 740 vs. 1968 Rover 2000
To start off, 1994 BMW 740 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 740 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1968 Rover 2000. (142 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1968 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 740 weights approximately 362 kg more than 1968 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 740 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Rover 2000. (272 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Rover 2000.
Compare all specifications:
1994 BMW 740 | 1968 Rover 2000 | |
Make | BMW | Rover |
Model | 740 | 2000 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 3532 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 272 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1330 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 |