2005 BMW 325 vs. 1994 Rover 400
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 11 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 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1994 Rover 400. (88 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 220 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 325 (237 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 400. (180 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 1994 Rover 400 | |
| Make | BMW | Rover |
| Model | 325 | 400 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2560 mm |
