2008 Rover 75 vs. 2010 BMW 328
To start off, 2010 BMW 328 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Rover 75 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Rover 75 (256 HP) has 26 more horse power than 2010 BMW 328. (230 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 328. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 328 weights approximately 210 kg more than 2008 Rover 75.
Because 2010 BMW 328 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Rover 75. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW 328 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Rover 75. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Rover 75 | 2010 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Rover | BMW |
| Model | 75 | 328 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 230 HP |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 61 L |
