2007 BMW 530 vs. 1993 Rover 200
To start off, 2007 BMW 530 is newer by 14 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 530 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1993 Rover 200. (86 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 530 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1993 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 530 (480 Nm) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 200. (180 Nm). This means 2007 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 530 | 1993 Rover 200 | |
| Make | BMW | Rover |
| Model | 530 | 200 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1410 mm |
