2008 BMW X5 vs. 1984 Rover Vitesse
To start off, 2008 BMW X5 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Rover Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Rover Vitesse would be higher. At 4,398 cc, 2008 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X5 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1984 Rover Vitesse. (187 HP @ 5280 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1984 Rover Vitesse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X5 weights approximately 751 kg more than 1984 Rover Vitesse. 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 X5 (440 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Rover Vitesse. (298 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Rover Vitesse. 2008 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 1984 Rover Vitesse has manual transmission. 1984 Rover Vitesse will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X5 | 1984 Rover Vitesse | |
| Make | BMW | Rover |
| Model | X5 | Vitesse |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3531 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5280 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 229 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2191 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2820 mm |
