1985 BMW 324 vs. 1991 Rover 100
To start off, 1991 Rover 100 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 BMW 324. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 BMW 324 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 BMW 324 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Rover 100 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1985 BMW 324. (85 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Rover 100 should accelerate faster than 1985 BMW 324. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 BMW 324 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1991 Rover 100.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 BMW 324 (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1985 BMW 324 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 BMW 324 | 1991 Rover 100 | |
| Make | BMW | Rover |
| Model | 324 | 100 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 79 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
