2005 Rover 75 vs. 2012 BMW 116
To start off, 2012 BMW 116 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Rover 75 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Rover 75 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2012 BMW 116. (136 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rover 75 weights approximately 140 kg more than 2012 BMW 116. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 116 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 116. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Rover 75 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 116. (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2005 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Rover 75 | 2012 BMW 116 | |
| Make | Rover | BMW |
| Model | 75 | 116 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4324 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 51 L |
