1977 BMW 530 vs. 1992 Rover 620i
To start off, 1992 Rover 620i is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 BMW 530 would be higher. At 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 BMW 530 (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1992 Rover 620i. (113 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover 620i. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 BMW 530 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1992 Rover 620i. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 BMW 530 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 1977 BMW 530. 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, 1977 BMW 530 (256 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 620i. (172 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1977 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 620i.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 BMW 530 | 1992 Rover 620i | |
| Make | BMW | Rover |
| Model | 530 | 620i |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |
