1983 BMW 725 vs. 1993 Rover 200
To start off, 1993 Rover 200 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 BMW 725. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 BMW 725 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 BMW 725 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 BMW 725 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1993 Rover 200. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 BMW 725 should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 200.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 BMW 725 (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 200. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 BMW 725 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 BMW 725 | 1993 Rover 200 | |
| Make | BMW | Rover |
| Model | 725 | 200 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2510 mm |
