2009 BMW M6 vs. 1971 Rover 2000
To start off, 2009 BMW M6 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 394 more horse power than 1971 Rover 2000. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1971 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Rover 2000 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2009 BMW M6.
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 M6 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Rover 2000. (172 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Rover 2000.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M6 | 1971 Rover 2000 | |
Make | BMW | Rover |
Model | M6 | 2000 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 1978 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 519 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2640 mm |