1998 BMW 728 vs. 1976 Rover 2000
To start off, 1998 BMW 728 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Rover 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 728 (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1976 Rover 2000. (142 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 728 should accelerate faster than 1976 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 728 weights approximately 473 kg more than 1976 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, 1998 BMW 728 (280 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Rover 2000. (272 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 728 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Rover 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 728 | 1976 Rover 2000 | |
| Make | BMW | Rover |
| Model | 728 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2640 mm |
