1994 Rover 200 vs. 2012 BMW 328
To start off, 2012 BMW 328 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover 200 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1994 Rover 200. (66 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 328 weights approximately 415 kg more than 1994 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, 2012 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 200. (123 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Rover 200 | 2012 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Rover | BMW |
| Model | 200 | 328 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4536 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1417 mm |
