1989 BMW 518 vs. 1993 Rover 200
To start off, 1993 Rover 200 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 BMW 518. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 BMW 518 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 BMW 518 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1993 Rover 200. (86 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 BMW 518 should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Rover 200 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1989 BMW 518.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Rover 200 (180 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 BMW 518. (165 Nm). This means 1993 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 BMW 518.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 BMW 518 | 1993 Rover 200 | |
| Make | BMW | Rover |
| Model | 518 | 200 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1766 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
