2007 BMW 325 vs. 1997 Rover 400
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Rover 400 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 105 more horse power than 1997 Rover 400. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1997 Rover 400.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Rover 400. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 325 | 1997 Rover 400 | |
| Make | BMW | Rover |
| Model | 325 | 400 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2560 mm |
