2007 BMW 550 vs. 1994 Rover 100
To start off, 2007 BMW 550 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover 100 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1994 Rover 100. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 550 weights approximately 855 kg more than 1994 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 550 (489 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 550 | 1994 Rover 100 | |
| Make | BMW | Rover |
| Model | 550 | 100 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
