1998 BMW 325 vs. 2004 Rover 75
To start off, 2004 Rover 75 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 325 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Rover 75 (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1998 BMW 325. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Rover 75 weights approximately 246 kg more than 1998 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Rover 75 (418 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 325. (220 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2004 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 325 | 2004 Rover 75 | |
| Make | BMW | Rover |
| Model | 325 | 75 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 418 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 54 L |
