2009 BMW 325 vs. 1994 Rover 200
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 is newer by 15 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rover 200 (198 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2009 BMW 325. (194 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 325 weights approximately 405 kg more than 1994 Rover 200.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 325 (400 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 200. (237 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 325 | 1994 Rover 200 | |
| Make | BMW | Rover |
| Model | 325 | 200 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 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 | 1590 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
