2006 BMW 330 vs. 1994 Rover 200
To start off, 2006 BMW 330 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover 200 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 330 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1994 Rover 200. (198 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 330 weights approximately 627 kg more than 1994 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 (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 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 1994 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 330 | 1994 Rover 200 | |
| Make | BMW | Rover |
| Model | 330 | 200 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1812 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
