1990 BMW 316 vs. 1993 Rover 200
To start off, 1993 Rover 200 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW 316 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW 316 (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1993 Rover 200. (86 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Rover 200 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1990 BMW 316.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Rover 200 (180 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 316. (141 Nm). This means 1993 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 316 | 1993 Rover 200 | |
| Make | BMW | Rover |
| Model | 316 | 200 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
