2008 BMW Z4 vs. 1994 Rover 100
To start off, 2008 BMW Z4 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 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW Z4 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1994 Rover 100. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW Z4 weights approximately 615 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 Z4 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW Z4 | 1994 Rover 100 | |
| Make | BMW | Rover |
| Model | Z4 | 100 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
