1995 BMW 316 vs. 1993 Rover 200
To start off, 1995 BMW 316 is newer by 2 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Rover 200 (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1995 BMW 316. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 316 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1993 Rover 200.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 BMW 316 (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 200. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 316 | 1993 Rover 200 | |
| Make | BMW | Rover |
| Model | 316 | 200 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
