2009 BMW 530 vs. 1972 Rover 3.5
To start off, 2009 BMW 530 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Rover 3.5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Rover 3.5 would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Rover 3.5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1972 Rover 3.5. (150 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1972 Rover 3.5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Rover 3.5 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2009 BMW 530.
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, 2009 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Rover 3.5. (276 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Rover 3.5.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 530 | 1972 Rover 3.5 | |
Make | BMW | Rover |
Model | 530 | 3.5 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3532 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 276 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 71.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1635 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2820 mm |