2001 BMW 320 vs. 1993 Rover 200
To start off, 2001 BMW 320 is newer by 8 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Rover 200 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2001 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 320 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1993 Rover 200.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 BMW 320 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 200. (237 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 320 | 1993 Rover 200 | |
| Make | BMW | Rover |
| Model | 320 | 200 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
