2004 BMW 325 vs. 1995 Rover 400
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Rover 400 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 75 more horse power than 1995 Rover 400. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1995 Rover 400.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 BMW 325 (237 Nm) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 400. (145 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 1995 Rover 400 | |
| Make | BMW | Rover |
| Model | 325 | 400 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2560 mm |
