2004 BMW 325 vs. 1996 Rover 800
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Rover 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rover 800 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Rover 800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1996 Rover 800. (174 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1996 Rover 800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Rover 800 (240 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 1996 Rover 800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 1996 Rover 800 | |
| Make | BMW | Rover |
| Model | 325 | 800 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2780 mm |
