2000 BMW 325 vs. 1994 Rover 200
To start off, 2000 BMW 325 is newer by 6 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rover 200 (198 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2000 BMW 325. (168 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 325 weights approximately 357 kg more than 1994 Rover 200.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 200. (237 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 325 | 1994 Rover 200 | |
| Make | BMW | Rover |
| Model | 325 | 200 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
