2006 BMW 330 vs. 1971 Rover P5B
To start off, 2006 BMW 330 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Rover P5B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Rover P5B would be higher. At 3,528 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Rover P5B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 330 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1971 Rover P5B. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1971 Rover P5B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 330 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1971 Rover P5B. 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 330 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Rover P5B. (296 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Rover P5B.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 330 | 1971 Rover P5B | |
| Make | BMW | Rover |
| Model | 330 | P5B |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3528 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2820 mm |
