2008 BMW 325 vs. 2008 Rover 75
To start off, both 2008 BMW 325 and 2008 Rover 75 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. Both 2008 BMW 325 and 2008 Rover 75 are equipped with a 2,497 cc engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Rover 75 weights approximately 65 kg more than 2008 BMW 325.
Because 2008 BMW 325 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 2008 BMW 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Rover 75, 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, 2008 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Rover 75. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 325 | 2008 Rover 75 | |
| Make | BMW | Rover |
| Model | 325 | 75 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2497 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 8.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 65 L |
