2009 BMW 330 vs. 1977 Rover 2600
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Rover 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Rover 2600 would be higher. At 2,993 cc, 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1977 Rover 2600. (136 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1977 Rover 2600.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 330 (521 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Rover 2600. (206 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Rover 2600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 1977 Rover 2600 | |
| Make | BMW | Rover |
| Model | 330 | 2600 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2596 cc |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 65 L |
