2002 Rover 45 vs. 2012 BMW 740
To start off, 2012 BMW 740 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Rover 45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Rover 45 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 740 (304 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 2002 Rover 45. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2002 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 740 weights approximately 845 kg more than 2002 Rover 45. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 740 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 2012 BMW 740. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Rover 45, 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, 2012 BMW 740 (600 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 477 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Rover 45. (123 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Rover 45. 2012 BMW 740 has automatic transmission and 2002 Rover 45 has manual transmission. 2002 Rover 45 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 740 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Rover 45 | 2012 BMW 740 | |
| Make | Rover | BMW |
| Model | 45 | 740 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5072 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1479 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 82 L |
