1983 BMW 525 vs. 2001 Rover 75
To start off, 2001 Rover 75 is newer by 18 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 2,691 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Rover 75 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1983 BMW 525. (123 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1983 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Rover 75 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1983 BMW 525. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 BMW 525 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 1983 BMW 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Rover 75, 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, 1983 BMW 525 (240 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Rover 75. (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 BMW 525 | 2001 Rover 75 | |
| Make | BMW | Rover |
| Model | 525 | 75 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2691 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2830 mm |
