2008 BMW 330 vs. 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D would be higher. At 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. (51 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 635 kg more than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. 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 330 (300 Nm) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. (89 Nm). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 330 | 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D | |
| Make | BMW | Rover |
| Model | 330 | 100 1.4 D |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2978 cc | 1358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
