1994 Rover Range Rover vs. 2012 BMW 335
To start off, 2012 BMW 335 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1994 Rover Range Rover. (134 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover Range Rover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Rover Range Rover weights approximately 490 kg more than 2012 BMW 335.
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 335 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover Range Rover. (271 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover Range Rover.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Rover Range Rover | 2012 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Rover | BMW |
| Model | Range Rover | 335 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2810 mm |
