1981 Porsche 930 vs. 2005 Rover 75
To start off, 2005 Rover 75 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,297 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2005 Rover 75. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2005 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rover 75 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1981 Porsche 930.
Because 1981 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 1981 Porsche 930. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1981 Porsche 930 (431 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Rover 75. (161 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Rover 75. 2005 Rover 75 has automatic transmission and 1981 Porsche 930 has manual transmission. 1981 Porsche 930 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Rover 75 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Porsche 930 | 2005 Rover 75 | |
Make | Porsche | Rover |
Model | 930 | 75 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3297 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 431 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.4 mm | 89.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2750 mm |