1983 BMW 628 vs. 1994 Rover 200
To start off, 1994 Rover 200 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 BMW 628. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 BMW 628 would be higher. At 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 BMW 628 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rover 200 (198 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1983 BMW 628. (181 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1983 BMW 628. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 BMW 628 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1994 Rover 200.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 BMW 628 (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 200. (237 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1983 BMW 628 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 BMW 628 | 1994 Rover 200 | |
| Make | BMW | Rover |
| Model | 628 | 200 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
