2001 BMW M vs. 1995 Rover 200
To start off, 2001 BMW M is newer by 6 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 3,169 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M (320 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1995 Rover 200. (197 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M should accelerate faster than 1995 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW M weights approximately 190 kg more than 1995 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, 2001 BMW M (345 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 200. (233 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2001 BMW M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW M | 1995 Rover 200 | |
| Make | BMW | Rover |
| Model | M | 200 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1410 mm |
