2008 BMW M5 vs. 2008 Rover 75
To start off, both 2008 BMW M5 and 2008 Rover 75 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 371 more horse power than 2008 Rover 75. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW M5 weights approximately 245 kg more than 2008 Rover 75. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW M5 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 M5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Rover 75, 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 M5 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Rover 75. (300 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2008 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW M5 | 2008 Rover 75 | |
Make | BMW | Rover |
Model | M5 | 75 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 1951 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 11 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.8 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |