1993 Rover 200 vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 BMW 325 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Rover 200 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1993 Rover 200. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 325 weights approximately 600 kg more than 1993 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, 2010 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 200. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Rover 200 | 2010 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Rover | BMW |
| Model | 200 | 325 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 121 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2730 mm |
