1978 Porsche 930 vs. 2008 Rover 45
To start off, 2008 Rover 45 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2008 Rover 45. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2008 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Porsche 930 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2008 Rover 45. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 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 1978 Porsche 930. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Rover 45, 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, 1978 Porsche 930 (431 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Rover 45. (139 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1978 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Porsche 930 | 2008 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Porsche | Rover |
| Model | 930 | 45 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3299 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2630 mm |
