2007 BMW 130 vs. 1971 Rover P5B
To start off, 2007 BMW 130 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Rover P5B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Rover P5B would be higher. At 3,528 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Rover P5B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 130 (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1971 Rover P5B. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 1971 Rover P5B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Rover P5B weights approximately 205 kg more than 2007 BMW 130.
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, 2007 BMW 130 (315 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Rover P5B. (296 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Rover P5B.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 130 | 1971 Rover P5B | |
| Make | BMW | Rover |
| Model | 130 | P5B |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 3528 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2820 mm |
