1992 BMW 545 vs. 1991 Rover 100
To start off, 1992 BMW 545 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Rover 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Rover 100 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 545 (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1991 Rover 100. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1991 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 545 weights approximately 780 kg more than 1991 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, 1992 BMW 545 (420 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 545 | 1991 Rover 100 | |
| Make | BMW | Rover |
| Model | 545 | 100 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
