2009 BMW 125 vs. 1995 Rover MGF
To start off, 2009 BMW 125 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Rover MGF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Rover MGF would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1995 Rover MGF. (145 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 1995 Rover MGF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Rover MGF weights approximately 198 kg more than 2009 BMW 125.
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, 2009 BMW 125 (250 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover MGF. (236 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover MGF.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 125 | 1995 Rover MGF | |
| Make | BMW | Rover |
| Model | 125 | MGF |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1280 mm |
