1998 BMW 320 vs. 1995 Rover 200
To start off, 1998 BMW 320 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Rover 200 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Rover 200 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1998 BMW 320. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 320 weights approximately 291 kg more than 1995 Rover 200.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 BMW 320 (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 200. (233 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 320 | 1995 Rover 200 | |
Make | BMW | Rover |
Model | 320 | 200 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1951 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |