2008 BMW 130 vs. 1974 Rover 3.5
To start off, 2008 BMW 130 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Rover 3.5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Rover 3.5 would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Rover 3.5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 130 (268 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1974 Rover 3.5. (149 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 1974 Rover 3.5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Rover 3.5 weights approximately 263 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 BMW 130 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Rover 3.5. (276 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Rover 3.5.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 130 | 1974 Rover 3.5 | |
Make | BMW | Rover |
Model | 130 | 3.5 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3532 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 276 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 71.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1638 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 |