1983 BMW M6 vs. 1992 Rover 400
To start off, 1992 Rover 400 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 BMW M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 BMW M6 would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 BMW M6 (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1992 Rover 400. (86 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 BMW M6 weights approximately 329 kg more than 1992 Rover 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 BMW M6 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 M6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1983 BMW M6 (334 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 400. (180 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 BMW M6 | 1992 Rover 400 | |
| Make | BMW | Rover |
| Model | M6 | 400 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2560 mm |
