1996 Rover 800 vs. 2006 BMW 645
To start off, 2006 BMW 645 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Rover 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rover 800 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 645 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1996 Rover 800. (174 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 645 weights approximately 257 kg more than 1996 Rover 800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW 645 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 2006 BMW 645. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Rover 800, 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, 2006 BMW 645 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 800. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 800.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Rover 800 | 2006 BMW 645 | |
Make | Rover | BMW |
Model | 800 | 645 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 82.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1692 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2790 mm |