2007 BMW 328 vs. 2008 Rover 75
To start off, 2008 Rover 75 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 328. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 328 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2008 Rover 75. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2008 Rover 75.
Because 2007 BMW 328 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Rover 75. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 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, 2008 Rover 75 (300 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 328 | 2008 Rover 75 | |
| Make | BMW | Rover |
| Model | 328 | 75 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |
