2008 BMW 328 vs. 1996 Rover 400
To start off, 2008 BMW 328 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rover 400 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 328 (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1996 Rover 400. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 400.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 400. (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 328 | 1996 Rover 400 | |
| Make | BMW | Rover |
| Model | 328 | 400 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2630 mm |
