2006 BMW 650 vs. 1970 Rover P5B
To start off, 2006 BMW 650 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Rover P5B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Rover P5B would be higher. At 4,801 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1970 Rover P5B. (159 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1970 Rover P5B.
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 650 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Rover P5B. (295 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Rover P5B.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 650 | 1970 Rover P5B | |
| Make | BMW | Rover |
| Model | 650 | P5B |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 4801 cc | 3528 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2820 mm |
