2008 BMW 523 vs. 1991 Rover 100
To start off, 2008 BMW 523 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Rover 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Rover 100 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 523 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 523 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1991 Rover 100. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 523 should accelerate faster than 1991 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 523 weights approximately 620 kg more than 1991 Rover 100. 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 523 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 523 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 523 | 1991 Rover 100 | |
| Make | BMW | Rover |
| Model | 523 | 100 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
