2006 Rover 75 vs. 2011 BMW 750
To start off, 2011 BMW 750 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Rover 75 would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 750 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 2006 Rover 75. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2006 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 750 weights approximately 975 kg more than 2006 Rover 75. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW 750 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Rover 75. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW 750 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 BMW 750 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Rover 75. (215 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Rover 75 | 2011 BMW 750 | |
Make | Rover | BMW |
Model | 75 | 750 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 609 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 2205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5215 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3211 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 82 L |