2007 BMW 550 vs. 1994 Rover 200
To start off, 2007 BMW 550 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover 200 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1994 Rover 200. (198 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 550 weights approximately 540 kg more than 1994 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 550 (489 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 200. (237 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 550 | 1994 Rover 200 | |
| Make | BMW | Rover |
| Model | 550 | 200 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
