2007 BMW Z4 vs. 1994 Rover 200
To start off, 2007 BMW Z4 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Z4 (335 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1994 Rover 200. (66 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Z4 weights approximately 80 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 Z4 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 200. (123 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Z4 | 1994 Rover 200 | |
| Make | BMW | Rover |
| Model | Z4 | 200 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
