2004 BMW 525 vs. 1994 Rover 400
To start off, 2004 BMW 525 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover 400 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 525 (189 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1994 Rover 400. (88 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 525 weights approximately 524 kg more than 1994 Rover 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 BMW 525 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 2004 BMW 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Rover 400, 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, 2004 BMW 525 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 400. (180 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 525 | 1994 Rover 400 | |
| Make | BMW | Rover |
| Model | 525 | 400 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1764 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2560 mm |
