2006 BMW 320 vs. 1974 Rover 3.5
To start off, 2006 BMW 320 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Rover 3.5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Rover 3.5 would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Rover 3.5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Rover 3.5 (149 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Rover 3.5 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Rover 3.5 weights approximately 148 kg more than 2006 BMW 320. 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, 2006 BMW 320 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Rover 3.5. (276 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Rover 3.5.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 320 | 1974 Rover 3.5 | |
Make | BMW | Rover |
Model | 320 | 3.5 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3532 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 276 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 71.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1638 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2820 mm |