1995 BMW Dinan vs. 1999 Rover 200
To start off, 1999 Rover 200 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW Dinan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW Dinan would be higher. At 2,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW Dinan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW Dinan (326 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1999 Rover 200. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW Dinan should accelerate faster than 1999 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW Dinan weights approximately 695 kg more than 1999 Rover 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 BMW Dinan is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 BMW Dinan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Rover 200, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1995 BMW Dinan (403 Nm) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Rover 200. (127 Nm). This means 1995 BMW Dinan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW Dinan | 1999 Rover 200 | |
| Make | BMW | Rover |
| Model | Dinan | 200 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2990 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
