1992 BMW 850 vs. 1995 Rover 200
To start off, 1995 Rover 200 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 850 would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 850 (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1995 Rover 200. (197 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 1995 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 850 weights approximately 605 kg more than 1995 Rover 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 BMW 850 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 200. (233 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 850 | 1995 Rover 200 | |
Make | BMW | Rover |
Model | 850 | 200 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4988 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |