2008 BMW 318 vs. 1984 Rover Vitesse
To start off, 2008 BMW 318 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Rover Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Rover Vitesse would be higher. At 3,531 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Rover Vitesse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Rover Vitesse (187 HP @ 5280 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2008 BMW 318. (127 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Rover Vitesse should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Rover Vitesse weights approximately 45 kg more than 2008 BMW 318. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1984 Rover Vitesse (298 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1984 Rover Vitesse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 318 | 1984 Rover Vitesse | |
| Make | BMW | Rover |
| Model | 318 | Vitesse |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3531 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5280 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 213 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2820 mm |
