1996 BMW 523 vs. 1993 Rover 200
To start off, 1996 BMW 523 is newer by 3 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 523 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Rover 200 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1996 BMW 523. (170 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 523. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 523 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1993 Rover 200.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 BMW 523 (245 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 200. (237 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 523 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 523 | 1993 Rover 200 | |
Make | BMW | Rover |
Model | 523 | 200 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 89 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |