2007 BMW 750 vs. 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre
To start off, 2007 BMW 750 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre would be higher. At 4,797 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 750 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre. (150 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 750 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 750 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW 750 will offer significantly more control. 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 750 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre. (276 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 750 | 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre | |
Make | BMW | Rover |
Model | 750 | 3.5 Litre |
Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4797 cc | 3532 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 276 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1635 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2820 mm |