2008 BMW M5 vs. 1994 Rover 100
To start off, 2008 BMW M5 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover 100 would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 397 more horse power than 1994 Rover 100. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW M5 weights approximately 960 kg more than 1994 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 M5 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW M5 | 1994 Rover 100 | |
| Make | BMW | Rover |
| Model | M5 | 100 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
