1997 BMW 730 vs. 1993 Rover 200
To start off, 1997 BMW 730 is newer by 4 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Rover 200 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1997 BMW 730. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1997 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 BMW 730 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1993 Rover 200.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 BMW 730 (279 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 200. (237 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1997 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 BMW 730 | 1993 Rover 200 | |
| Make | BMW | Rover |
| Model | 730 | 200 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
