1996 Rover 220 vs. 2006 BMW 630
To start off, 2006 BMW 630 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Rover 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rover 220 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 630 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1996 Rover 220. (103 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 630 weights approximately 352 kg more than 1996 Rover 220. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW 630 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 2006 BMW 630. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Rover 220, 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, 2006 BMW 630 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 220. (210 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 630 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 220. 2006 BMW 630 has automatic transmission and 1996 Rover 220 has manual transmission. 1996 Rover 220 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 630 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Rover 220 | 2006 BMW 630 | |
| Make | Rover | BMW |
| Model | 220 | 630 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1214 kg | 1566 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
