2004 BMW 535 vs. 1974 Rover 2000
To start off, 2004 BMW 535 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 3,430 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 535 (268 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1974 Rover 2000. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1974 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 535 weights approximately 535 kg more than 1974 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 535 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Rover 2000. (172 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Rover 2000. 2004 BMW 535 has automatic transmission and 1974 Rover 2000 has manual transmission. 1974 Rover 2000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 BMW 535 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 535 | 1974 Rover 2000 | |
| Make | BMW | Rover |
| Model | 535 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3430 cc | 1976 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2640 mm |
