2009 BMW 523 vs. 1993 Rover 200
To start off, 2009 BMW 523 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 523 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 523 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1993 Rover 200. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 523 should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 523 weights approximately 415 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.
Because 2009 BMW 523 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 BMW 523. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Rover 200, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 523 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 200. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 523 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 523 | 1993 Rover 200 | |
| Make | BMW | Rover |
| Model | 523 | 200 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2510 mm |
