2009 BMW 730 vs. 2004 Rover 75
To start off, 2009 BMW 730 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 2 more horse power than 2009 BMW 730. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 730 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2004 Rover 75.
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 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 730. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 730 | 2004 Rover 75 | |
| Make | BMW | Rover |
| Model | 730 | 75 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 7.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1740 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
