2007 BMW 330 vs. 1990 Rover 400
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Rover 400 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1990 Rover 400. (115 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1990 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 465 kg more than 1990 Rover 400. 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 330 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Rover 400. (144 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Rover 400. 2007 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 1990 Rover 400 has manual transmission. 1990 Rover 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 330 | 1990 Rover 400 | |
Make | BMW | Rover |
Model | 330 | 400 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2560 mm |