1959 BMW 507 vs. 1993 Rover 200
To start off, 1993 Rover 200 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW 507. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 507 would be higher. At 3,169 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 BMW 507 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 BMW 507 (148 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1993 Rover 200. (86 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 BMW 507 should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 BMW 507 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1993 Rover 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 BMW 507 (220 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 200. (180 Nm). This means 1959 BMW 507 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 507 | 1993 Rover 200 | |
| Make | BMW | Rover |
| Model | 507 | 200 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1410 mm |
