1988 BMW 730 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 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW 730 would be higher. At 2,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rover 200 (198 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1988 BMW 730. (185 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 730 weights approximately 415 kg more than 1994 Rover 200.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 BMW 730 (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 200. (237 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1988 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
1988 BMW 730 | 1994 Rover 200 | |
Make | BMW | Rover |
Model | 730 | 200 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2984 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |