2006 BMW 530 vs. 1993 Rover 200
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 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 2,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1993 Rover 200. (86 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 200.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW 530 (298 Nm) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 200. (180 Nm). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 530 | 1993 Rover 200 | |
| Make | BMW | Rover |
| Model | 530 | 200 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2998 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
