1956 BMW 507 vs. 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D
To start off, 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 BMW 507. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 BMW 507 would be higher. At 3,169 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 BMW 507 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 BMW 507 (148 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. (51 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 BMW 507 should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 BMW 507 weights approximately 384 kg more than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 BMW 507 (220 Nm) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. (89 Nm). This means 1956 BMW 507 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 BMW 507 | 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D | |
| Make | BMW | Rover |
| Model | 507 | 100 1.4 D |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 1358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1380 mm |
