1980 BMW M5 vs. 1998 Rover 400
To start off, 1998 Rover 400 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 BMW M5 would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 BMW M5 (218 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1998 Rover 400. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1998 Rover 400.
Because 1980 BMW M5 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 1980 BMW M5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Rover 400, 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, 1980 BMW M5 (304 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Rover 400. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 BMW M5 | 1998 Rover 400 | |
| Make | BMW | Rover |
| Model | M5 | 400 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2560 mm |
