2001 BMW 740 vs. 1971 Rover 2000
To start off, 2001 BMW 740 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 740 (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1971 Rover 2000. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1971 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 740 weights approximately 487 kg more than 1971 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, 2001 BMW 740 (410 Nm) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Rover 2000. (172 Nm). This means 2001 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Rover 2000. 2001 BMW 740 has automatic transmission and 1971 Rover 2000 has manual transmission. 1971 Rover 2000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 BMW 740 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 740 | 1971 Rover 2000 | |
| Make | BMW | Rover |
| Model | 740 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 1978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2640 mm |
