2006 BMW 525 vs. 1984 Rover 3500
To start off, 2006 BMW 525 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Rover 3500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Rover 3500 would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Rover 3500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1984 Rover 3500. (187 HP @ 5280 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1984 Rover 3500.
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, 1984 Rover 3500 (298 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 525. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1984 Rover 3500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 525 | 1984 Rover 3500 | |
| Make | BMW | Rover |
| Model | 525 | 3500 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 3532 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5280 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |
