1996 BMW 520 vs. 1996 Rover 200
To start off, both 1996 BMW 520 and 1996 Rover 200 were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 520 (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1996 Rover 200. (108 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 520 weights approximately 431 kg more than 1996 Rover 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 BMW 520 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 1996 BMW 520. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 BMW 520 (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 200. (137 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 520 | 1996 Rover 200 | |
Make | BMW | Rover |
Model | 520 | 200 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1496 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2510 mm |