2007 BMW 325 vs. 1993 Rover 100
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Rover 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Rover 100 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1993 Rover 100. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 615 kg more than 1993 Rover 100. 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 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 325 | 1993 Rover 100 | |
| Make | BMW | Rover |
| Model | 325 | 100 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
