1996 BMW 318 vs. 1990 Rover 400
To start off, 1996 BMW 318 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Rover 400 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Rover 400 (115 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1996 BMW 318. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 318 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1990 Rover 400.
Because 1996 BMW 318 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 1996 BMW 318. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1996 BMW 318 (168 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Rover 400. (144 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 318 | 1990 Rover 400 | |
Make | BMW | Rover |
Model | 318 | 400 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2560 mm |