2009 BMW M3 vs. 1992 Rover 100
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Rover 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Rover 100 would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 312 more horse power than 1992 Rover 100. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover 100.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW M3 (295 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M3 | 1992 Rover 100 | |
| Make | BMW | Rover |
| Model | M3 | 100 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
