2006 BMW M3 vs. 2001 Rover 75
To start off, 2006 BMW M3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Rover 75 would be higher. At 3,244 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2001 Rover 75. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2001 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW M3 weights approximately 150 kg more than 2001 Rover 75. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW M3 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 2006 BMW M3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2006 BMW M3 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Rover 75. (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Rover 75. 2001 Rover 75 has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Rover 75 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW M3 | 2001 Rover 75 | |
| Make | BMW | Rover |
| Model | M3 | 75 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3244 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2830 mm |
