2002 BMW M3 vs. 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D
To start off, 2002 BMW M3 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. (51 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW M3 weights approximately 725 kg more than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 BMW M3 (355 Nm) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. (89 Nm). This means 2002 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW M3 | 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D | |
| Make | BMW | Rover |
| Model | M3 | 100 1.4 D |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
