1983 BMW 320 vs. 1996 Rover 200
To start off, 1996 Rover 200 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 BMW 320 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 BMW 320 (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1996 Rover 200. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 BMW 320 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1996 Rover 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 BMW 320 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 1983 BMW 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1983 BMW 320 (171 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 200. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1983 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 BMW 320 | 1996 Rover 200 | |
| Make | BMW | Rover |
| Model | 320 | 200 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |
