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 89 more horse power than 1993 Rover 200. (86 HP @ 4300 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 330 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, 2009 BMW 523 (230 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 200. (180 Nm). 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 | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1410 mm |
