1979 BMW 728 vs. 1998 Rover 200
To start off, 1998 Rover 200 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 BMW 728. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 BMW 728 would be higher. At 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 BMW 728 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 BMW 728 (181 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1998 Rover 200. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 BMW 728 should accelerate faster than 1998 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 BMW 728 weights approximately 395 kg more than 1998 Rover 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 BMW 728 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 BMW 728. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Rover 200, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1979 BMW 728 (240 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Rover 200. (128 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1979 BMW 728 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 BMW 728 | 1998 Rover 200 | |
| Make | BMW | Rover |
| Model | 728 | 200 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2510 mm |
