1996 BMW 735 vs. 1993 Rover 200
To start off, 1996 BMW 735 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 3,498 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 735 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 735 (232 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1993 Rover 200. (94 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 735 should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 735 weights approximately 698 kg more than 1993 Rover 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 BMW 735 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 735. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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 735 (321 Nm) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 200. (124 Nm). This means 1996 BMW 735 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 735 | 1993 Rover 200 | |
| Make | BMW | Rover |
| Model | 735 | 200 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1122 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
