2007 BMW 116 vs. 1993 Rover 100
To start off, 2007 BMW 116 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Rover 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Rover 100 would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW 116 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 116 (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1993 Rover 100. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 116 should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 116 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1993 Rover 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 116 (150 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 116 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 116 | 1993 Rover 100 | |
| Make | BMW | Rover |
| Model | 116 | 100 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1380 mm |
