2007 BMW 320 vs. 1994 Rover 400
To start off, 2007 BMW 320 is newer by 13 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1994 Rover 400. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 400.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 320 (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 400. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 320 | 1994 Rover 400 | |
| Make | BMW | Rover |
| Model | 320 | 400 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2560 mm |
