1994 Rover 400 vs. 2012 BMW X3
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover 400 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X3 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1994 Rover 400. (88 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X3 weights approximately 635 kg more than 1994 Rover 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Rover 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 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, 2012 BMW X3 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 400. (180 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Rover 400 | 2012 BMW X3 | |
Make | Rover | BMW |
Model | 400 | X3 |
Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1769 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4648 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1881 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1675 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2810 mm |