2007 BMW 650 vs. 1994 Rover 400
To start off, 2007 BMW 650 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover 400 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1994 Rover 400. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 400.
Because 2007 BMW 650 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 BMW 650. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Rover 400, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 BMW 650 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 400. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 650 | 1994 Rover 400 | |
| Make | BMW | Rover |
| Model | 650 | 400 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2560 mm |
