2007 BMW 545 vs. 1993 Rover 100
To start off, 2007 BMW 545 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1993 Rover 100. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 545 weights approximately 835 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 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 545 | 1993 Rover 100 | |
| Make | BMW | Rover |
| Model | 545 | 100 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
