2009 BMW Z4 vs. 1996 Rover 200
To start off, 2009 BMW Z4 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rover 200 would be higher. At 3,244 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW Z4 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1996 Rover 200. (108 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW Z4 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1996 Rover 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW Z4 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 Z4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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 Z4 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 200. (137 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW Z4 | 1996 Rover 200 | |
| Make | BMW | Rover |
| Model | Z4 | 200 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3244 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2510 mm |
