1988 BMW 316 vs. 1994 Rover 200
To start off, 1994 Rover 200 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW 316 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rover 200 (198 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1988 BMW 316. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 316 weights approximately 655 kg more than 1994 Rover 200.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Rover 200 (237 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW 316. (127 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1994 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW 316 | 1994 Rover 200 | |
| Make | BMW | Rover |
| Model | 316 | 200 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 89 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
