1998 BMW 316 vs. 1994 Rover 200
To start off, 1998 BMW 316 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover 200 would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 316 (106 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1994 Rover 200. (66 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 316 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1994 Rover 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 BMW 316 (165 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 200. (123 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 316 | 1994 Rover 200 | |
| Make | BMW | Rover |
| Model | 316 | 200 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
