2009 BMW 120 vs. 2004 Rover 75
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Rover 75 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Rover 75 (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2009 BMW 120. (168 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Rover 75 weights approximately 215 kg more than 2009 BMW 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Rover 75 (410 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 120. (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2004 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 120 | 2004 Rover 75 | |
| Make | BMW | Rover |
| Model | 120 | 75 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9 seconds | 7.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1740 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
