2006 BMW 330 vs. 1993 Rover 200
To start off, 2006 BMW 330 is newer by 13 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 330 (225 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1993 Rover 200. (197 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 330 weights approximately 321 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, 2006 BMW 330 (290 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 200. (237 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 330 | 1993 Rover 200 | |
| Make | BMW | Rover |
| Model | 330 | 200 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
