1975 BMW 320 vs. 1992 Rover 620i
To start off, 1992 Rover 620i is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 BMW 320 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Rover 620i is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 BMW 320 (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1992 Rover 620i. (113 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover 620i. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Rover 620i weights approximately 205 kg more than 1975 BMW 320.
Because 1975 BMW 320 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 BMW 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Rover 620i, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1975 BMW 320 (174 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 620i. (172 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1975 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 620i.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 320 | 1992 Rover 620i | |
| Make | BMW | Rover |
| Model | 320 | 620i |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 88 mm |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
