1968 Porsche 911 vs. 1995 Rover 214
To start off, 1995 Rover 214 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Porsche 911 (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1995 Rover 214. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1995 Rover 214. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Rover 214 weights approximately 12 kg more than 1968 Porsche 911.
Because 1968 Porsche 911 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 1968 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Rover 214, 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, 1968 Porsche 911 (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 214. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 214.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Porsche 911 | 1995 Rover 214 | |
| Make | Porsche | Rover |
| Model | 911 | 214 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 50 L |
