2005 BMW 330 vs. 1995 Rover MGF
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Rover MGF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Rover MGF would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1995 Rover MGF. (145 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1995 Rover MGF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Rover MGF weights approximately 19 kg more than 2005 BMW 330.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 BMW 330 (300 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover MGF. (236 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover MGF.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 1995 Rover MGF | |
| Make | BMW | Rover |
| Model | 330 | MGF |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1280 mm |
