1995 Rover 400 vs. 2012 BMW 1 Series
To start off, 2012 BMW 1 Series is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Rover 400 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 1 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 1 Series (335 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1995 Rover 400. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 1 Series should accelerate faster than 1995 Rover 400.
Because 2012 BMW 1 Series is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 BMW 1 Series. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Rover 400, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 1 Series (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 400. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 1 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Rover 400 | 2012 BMW 1 Series | |
| Make | Rover | BMW |
| Model | 400 | 1 Series |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2660 mm |
