2004 Rover 75 vs. 2012 BMW Z4
To start off, 2012 BMW Z4 is newer by 8 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW Z4 (182 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2004 Rover 75. (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW Z4 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2004 Rover 75. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW Z4 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 2012 BMW Z4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Rover 75, 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, 2012 BMW Z4 (270 Nm @ 1250 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Rover 75. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Rover 75 | 2012 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Rover | BMW |
| Model | 75 | Z4 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2497 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |
