2007 BMW Convertible vs. 2003 Rover City
To start off, 2007 BMW Convertible is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Rover City. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Rover City would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Convertible (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 2003 Rover City. (84 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Convertible should accelerate faster than 2003 Rover City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Convertible weights approximately 810 kg more than 2003 Rover City. 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 Convertible (490 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Rover City. (119 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Rover City. 2007 BMW Convertible has automatic transmission and 2003 Rover City has manual transmission. 2003 Rover City will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW Convertible will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Convertible | 2003 Rover City | |
| Make | BMW | Rover |
| Model | Convertible | City |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 37 L |
