1975 Porsche 911 vs. 1992 Rover 800
To start off, 1992 Rover 800 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Porsche 911 (260 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1992 Rover 800. (167 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover 800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Rover 800 weights approximately 329 kg more than 1975 Porsche 911.
Because 1975 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 1975 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Rover 800, 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, 1975 Porsche 911 (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 800. (225 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1975 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 800. 1992 Rover 800 has automatic transmission and 1975 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1975 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Rover 800 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Porsche 911 | 1992 Rover 800 | |
| Make | Porsche | Rover |
| Model | 911 | 800 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 2675 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 68 L |
