2006 BMW 530 vs. 1968 Rover 2000
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Rover 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Rover 2000 (142 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2006 BMW 530. (23 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Rover 2000 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 530 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1968 Rover 2000.
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 530 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Rover 2000. (272 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Rover 2000. 2006 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 1968 Rover 2000 has manual transmission. 1968 Rover 2000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 530 | 1968 Rover 2000 | |
Make | BMW | Rover |
Model | 530 | 2000 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3532 cc |
Horse Power | 23 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 272 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2640 mm |