2007 BMW M3 vs. 1992 Rover 400
To start off, 2007 BMW M3 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Rover 400 would be higher. At 3,245 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1992 Rover 400. (86 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M3 weights approximately 479 kg more than 1992 Rover 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW M3 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 M3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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 M3 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 400. (180 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW M3 | 1992 Rover 400 | |
| Make | BMW | Rover |
| Model | M3 | 400 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3245 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2560 mm |
