1975 Porsche 930 vs. 1995 Rover 414i
To start off, 1995 Rover 414i is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Porsche 930 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1995 Rover 414i. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1995 Rover 414i. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Rover 414i weights approximately 6 kg more than 1975 Porsche 930.
Because 1975 Porsche 930 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 930. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Rover 414i, 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 930 (351 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 414i. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 414i.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Porsche 930 | 1995 Rover 414i | |
Make | Porsche | Rover |
Model | 930 | 414i |
Year Released | 1975 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2994 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 351 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70.4 mm | 79 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1146 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2630 mm |