2004 BMW 318 vs. 1963 Rover 2000
To start off, 2004 BMW 318 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 318 (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1963 Rover 2000. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1963 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 318 weights approximately 258 kg more than 1963 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, 2004 BMW 318 (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Rover 2000. (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Rover 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 318 | 1963 Rover 2000 | |
| Make | BMW | Rover |
| Model | 318 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 54 L |
