2003 BMW 320 vs. 1972 Rover 2000
To start off, 2003 BMW 320 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 320 (142 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1972 Rover 2000. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1972 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 320 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1972 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, 2003 BMW 320 (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Rover 2000. (172 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Rover 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 320 | 1972 Rover 2000 | |
| Make | BMW | Rover |
| Model | 320 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2640 mm |
