1999 BMW 330 vs. 1990 Rover 400
To start off, 1999 BMW 330 is newer by 9 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 330 (184 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1990 Rover 400. (115 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1990 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 330 weights approximately 620 kg more than 1990 Rover 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Rover 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 BMW 330 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 BMW 330 (400 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Rover 400. (144 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW 330 | 1990 Rover 400 | |
Make | BMW | Rover |
Model | 330 | 400 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 184 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2560 mm |