1996 BMW 725 vs. 1968 Rover 2000
To start off, 1996 BMW 725 is newer by 28 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 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Rover 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Rover 2000 (142 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1996 BMW 725. (141 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Rover 2000 should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 725. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 725 weights approximately 455 kg more than 1968 Rover 2000.
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, 1996 BMW 725 (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Rover 2000. (272 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 725 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Rover 2000.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 725 | 1968 Rover 2000 | |
Make | BMW | Rover |
Model | 725 | 2000 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2498 cc | 3532 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 272 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 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 |