2000 BMW 330 vs. 1993 Rover 200
To start off, 2000 BMW 330 is newer by 7 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 330 (231 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1993 Rover 200. (86 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 330 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1993 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, 2000 BMW 330 (301 Nm) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 200. (180 Nm). This means 2000 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 330 | 1993 Rover 200 | |
| Make | BMW | Rover |
| Model | 330 | 200 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
