1977 BMW 732 vs. 1994 Rover 200
To start off, 1994 Rover 200 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 BMW 732. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 BMW 732 would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 BMW 732 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rover 200 (198 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1977 BMW 732. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1977 BMW 732. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 BMW 732 weights approximately 355 kg more than 1994 Rover 200.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 BMW 732 (290 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 200. (237 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1977 BMW 732 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
1977 BMW 732 | 1994 Rover 200 | |
Make | BMW | Rover |
Model | 732 | 200 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |