2007 BMW 330 vs. 1991 Rover 100
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Rover 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Rover 100 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1991 Rover 100. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1991 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 670 kg more than 1991 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 330 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 330 | 1991 Rover 100 | |
| Make | BMW | Rover |
| Model | 330 | 100 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1380 mm |
