1995 Rover 200 vs. 2006 BMW 318
To start off, 2006 BMW 318 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Rover 200 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Rover 200 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2006 BMW 318. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 318 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1995 Rover 200.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Rover 200 (233 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1995 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Rover 200 | 2006 BMW 318 | |
| Make | Rover | BMW |
| Model | 200 | 318 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
