2009 BMW 330 vs. 1993 Rover 200
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 16 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, 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1993 Rover 200. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 200.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 330 (521 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 200. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 1993 Rover 200 | |
| Make | BMW | Rover |
| Model | 330 | 200 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1598 cc |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2510 mm |
