2007 BMW 525 vs. 1995 Rover 200
To start off, 2007 BMW 525 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Rover 200 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1995 Rover 200. (197 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1995 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 525 weights approximately 495 kg more than 1995 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, 2007 BMW 525 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 200. (233 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 525 | 1995 Rover 200 | |
| Make | BMW | Rover |
| Model | 525 | 200 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
