2004 BMW 325 vs. 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 12 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 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. (51 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 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, 2004 BMW 325 (237 Nm) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. (89 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D | |
| Make | BMW | Rover |
| Model | 325 | 100 1.4 D |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 1358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
