2005 BMW 330 vs. 1971 Rover 2000
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 34 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1971 Rover 2000. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1971 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 210 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, 2005 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Rover 2000. (172 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Rover 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 1971 Rover 2000 | |
| Make | BMW | Rover |
| Model | 330 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2640 mm |
