1995 BMW Z3 vs. 1973 Rover 2000
To start off, 1995 BMW Z3 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 1,978 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Rover 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW Z3 (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1973 Rover 2000. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1973 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Rover 2000 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1995 BMW Z3.
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 Z3 (179 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Rover 2000. (172 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1995 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Rover 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW Z3 | 1973 Rover 2000 | |
| Make | BMW | Rover |
| Model | Z3 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1894 cc | 1978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2640 mm |
