2001 BMW M3 vs. 1984 Rover 3500
To start off, 2001 BMW M3 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Rover 3500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Rover 3500 would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Rover 3500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M3 (342 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1984 Rover 3500. (187 HP @ 5280 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1984 Rover 3500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW M3 weights approximately 164 kg more than 1984 Rover 3500. 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 M3 (502 Nm) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Rover 3500. (298 Nm). This means 2001 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Rover 3500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW M3 | 1984 Rover 3500 | |
| Make | BMW | Rover |
| Model | M3 | 3500 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5280 RPM |
| Torque | 502 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1431 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 66 L |
