2007 BMW 118 vs. 1973 Rover P5B
To start off, 2007 BMW 118 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Rover P5B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Rover P5B would be higher. At 3,526 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Rover P5B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Rover P5B (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2007 BMW 118. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Rover P5B should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Rover P5B weights approximately 360 kg more than 2007 BMW 118. 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, 1973 Rover P5B (295 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1973 Rover P5B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 118 | 1973 Rover P5B | |
Make | BMW | Rover |
Model | 118 | P5B |
Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3526 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 295 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2820 mm |