1983 BMW 525 vs. 1993 Rover 100
To start off, 1993 Rover 100 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,693 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 BMW 525 (123 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1993 Rover 100. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 BMW 525 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1993 Rover 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 BMW 525 (241 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1983 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 BMW 525 | 1993 Rover 100 | |
| Make | BMW | Rover |
| Model | 525 | 100 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2693 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 79 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
