2006 BMW 335 vs. 1994 Rover 200
To start off, 2006 BMW 335 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 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1994 Rover 200. (198 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 335 weights approximately 415 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 335 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 200. (237 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 335 | 1994 Rover 200 | |
| Make | BMW | Rover |
| Model | 335 | 200 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2978 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 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 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
