2008 BMW 330 vs. 2003 Rover 75
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Rover 75 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2003 Rover 75. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2003 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 205 kg more than 2003 Rover 75. 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 @ 3500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Rover 75. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 330 | 2003 Rover 75 | |
Make | BMW | Rover |
Model | 330 | 75 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2830 mm |