2008 BMW 650 vs. 2008 Rover 25
To start off, both 2008 BMW 650 and 2008 Rover 25 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 2008 Rover 25. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2008 Rover 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 650 weights approximately 535 kg more than 2008 Rover 25. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 650 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 650. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Rover 25, 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 650 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Rover 25. (123 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Rover 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 650 | 2008 Rover 25 | |
| Make | BMW | Rover |
| Model | 650 | 25 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
