1986 BMW 325 vs. 1984 Rover Vitesse
To start off, 1986 BMW 325 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Rover Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Rover Vitesse would be higher. At 3,531 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Rover Vitesse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Rover Vitesse (187 HP @ 5280 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1986 BMW 325. (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Rover Vitesse should accelerate faster than 1986 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Rover Vitesse weights approximately 185 kg more than 1986 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1984 Rover Vitesse (298 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 BMW 325. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Rover Vitesse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
1986 BMW 325 | 1984 Rover Vitesse | |
Make | BMW | Rover |
Model | 325 | Vitesse |
Year Released | 1986 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2493 cc | 3531 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5280 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2820 mm |