1996 BMW 545 vs. 2004 Rover 75
To start off, 2004 Rover 75 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 545. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 545 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 545 (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2004 Rover 75. (256 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2004 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Rover 75 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1996 BMW 545.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 545 (440 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Rover 75. (410 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Rover 75. 2004 Rover 75 has automatic transmission and 1996 BMW 545 has manual transmission. 1996 BMW 545 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Rover 75 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 545 | 2004 Rover 75 | |
| Make | BMW | Rover |
| Model | 545 | 75 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1740 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2630 mm |
