2007 BMW 325 vs. 1990 Rover Metro
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Rover Metro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Rover Metro would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1990 Rover Metro. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1990 Rover Metro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 570 kg more than 1990 Rover Metro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Rover Metro. (117 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Rover Metro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 325 | 1990 Rover Metro | |
| Make | BMW | Rover |
| Model | 325 | Metro |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 247 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 36 L |
