1974 Porsche 911 vs. 2008 Rover 75
To start off, 2008 Rover 75 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Porsche 911 (151 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2008 Rover 75. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Rover 75 weights approximately 510 kg more than 1974 Porsche 911.
Because 1974 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 1974 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Rover 75, 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, 2008 Rover 75 (300 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Porsche 911. (240 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Porsche 911 | 2008 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Porsche | Rover |
| Model | 911 | 75 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2687 cc | 1951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 151 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |
