2001 BMW M3 vs. 1993 Rover 200
To start off, 2001 BMW M3 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 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M3 (342 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1993 Rover 200. (197 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW M3 weights approximately 410 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, 2001 BMW M3 (502 Nm) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 200. (237 Nm). This means 2001 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW M3 | 1993 Rover 200 | |
| Make | BMW | Rover |
| Model | M3 | 200 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 502 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
