2000 BMW 520 vs. 1994 Rover 400
To start off, 2000 BMW 520 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover 400 would be higher. At 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 520 (168 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1994 Rover 400. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 400.
Because 2000 BMW 520 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 2000 BMW 520. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 2000 BMW 520 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 400. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 520 | 1994 Rover 400 | |
| Make | BMW | Rover |
| Model | 520 | 400 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2560 mm |
