2008 BMW X3 vs. 1970 Rover 2000
To start off, 2008 BMW X3 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X3 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1970 Rover 2000. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1970 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X3 weights approximately 523 kg more than 1970 Rover 2000. 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, 2008 BMW X3 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Rover 2000. (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Rover 2000. 2008 BMW X3 has automatic transmission and 1970 Rover 2000 has manual transmission. 1970 Rover 2000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW X3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X3 | 1970 Rover 2000 | |
| Make | BMW | Rover |
| Model | X3 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2640 mm |
