1992 Rover 400 vs. 2003 BMW 330
To start off, 2003 BMW 330 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Rover 400 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 330 (184 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1992 Rover 400. (86 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 330 weights approximately 629 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 2003 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Rover 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 BMW 330 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 BMW 330 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 400. (180 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Rover 400 | 2003 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Rover | BMW |
| Model | 400 | 330 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 184 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2840 mm |
