1999 BMW 330 vs. 1990 Rover Metro
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 Metro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Rover Metro would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 330 (183 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1990 Rover Metro. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1990 Rover Metro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 330 weights approximately 770 kg more than 1990 Rover Metro. 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 Metro. 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 (390 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Rover Metro. (117 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Rover Metro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 330 | 1990 Rover Metro | |
| Make | BMW | Rover |
| Model | 330 | Metro |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 36 L |
