2008 BMW X3 vs. 1976 Rover 2000
To start off, 2008 BMW X3 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Rover 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X3 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1976 Rover 2000. (142 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1976 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X3 weights approximately 433 kg more than 1976 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 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Rover 2000. (272 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Rover 2000. 2008 BMW X3 has automatic transmission and 1976 Rover 2000 has manual transmission. 1976 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 | 1976 Rover 2000 | |
| Make | BMW | Rover |
| Model | X3 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2640 mm |
