1996 Rover 400 vs. 2010 BMW 125
To start off, 2010 BMW 125 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rover 400 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 125 (216 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1996 Rover 400. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 400.
Because 2010 BMW 125 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 2010 BMW 125. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 2010 BMW 125 (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 400. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Rover 400 | 2010 BMW 125 | |
Make | Rover | BMW |
Model | 400 | 125 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1589 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 216 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2670 mm |