2006 BMW 760 vs. 1971 Rover P6
To start off, 2006 BMW 760 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Rover P6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Rover P6 would be higher. At 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 760 (439 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 289 more horse power than 1971 Rover P6. (150 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1971 Rover P6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 760 weights approximately 930 kg more than 1971 Rover P6. 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 760 (600 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Rover P6. (274 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Rover P6. 2006 BMW 760 has automatic transmission and 1971 Rover P6 has manual transmission. 1971 Rover P6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 760 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 760 | 1971 Rover P6 | |
| Make | BMW | Rover |
| Model | 760 | P6 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5972 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 439 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 274 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2630 mm |
