2008 BMW 730 vs. 1993 Rover 200
To start off, 2008 BMW 730 is newer by 15 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), 2008 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 730 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1993 Rover 200. (197 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 730 weights approximately 715 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, 2008 BMW 730 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 200. (237 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 730 | 1993 Rover 200 | |
| Make | BMW | Rover |
| Model | 730 | 200 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
