2004 Rover 75 vs. 2009 BMW 330
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Rover 75 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Rover 75 (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2009 BMW 330. (228 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 330 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2004 Rover 75.
Because 2009 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Rover 75. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 BMW 330 (501 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Rover 75. (410 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Rover 75 | 2009 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Rover | BMW |
| Model | 75 | 330 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 6.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1775 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.4 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
