2007 BMW 335 vs. 1996 Rover 200
To start off, 2007 BMW 335 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rover 200 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1996 Rover 200. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 200.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 200. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 335 | 1996 Rover 200 | |
| Make | BMW | Rover |
| Model | 335 | 200 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2510 mm |
