2008 BMW 130 vs. 1991 Rover 100
To start off, 2008 BMW 130 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Rover 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Rover 100 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 130 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1991 Rover 100. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 1991 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 130 weights approximately 505 kg more than 1991 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, 2008 BMW 130 (315 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 130 | 1991 Rover 100 | |
| Make | BMW | Rover |
| Model | 130 | 100 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1380 mm |
