2003 BMW 545 vs. 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D
To start off, 2003 BMW 545 is newer by 11 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. (51 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 545 weights approximately 800 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, 2003 BMW 545 (451 Nm) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. (89 Nm). This means 2003 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 545 | 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D | |
| Make | BMW | Rover |
| Model | 545 | 100 1.4 D |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
