1995 BMW 317 vs. 1969 Rover 2000
To start off, 1995 BMW 317 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 1,976 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Rover 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Rover 2000 (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1995 BMW 317. (90 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Rover 2000 should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW 317. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Rover 2000 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1995 BMW 317. 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, 1995 BMW 317 (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Rover 2000. (172 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1995 BMW 317 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Rover 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 317 | 1969 Rover 2000 | |
| Make | BMW | Rover |
| Model | 317 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1665 cc | 1976 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 85.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 85.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 54 L |
