1994 BMW M5 vs. 1971 Rover P6
To start off, 1994 BMW M5 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Rover P6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Rover P6 would be higher. At 3,795 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW M5 (340 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1971 Rover P6. (150 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1971 Rover P6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW M5 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1971 Rover P6. 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 M5 (401 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Rover P6. (274 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1994 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Rover P6.
Compare all specifications:
1994 BMW M5 | 1971 Rover P6 | |
Make | BMW | Rover |
Model | M5 | P6 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3795 cc | 3532 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 274 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |