1985 Porsche 930 vs. 2000 Rover 75
To start off, 2000 Rover 75 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Porsche 930 (297 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2000 Rover 75. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2000 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Rover 75 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1985 Porsche 930.
Because 1985 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 1985 Porsche 930. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1985 Porsche 930 (431 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Rover 75. (161 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Porsche 930 | 2000 Rover 75 | |
Make | Porsche | Rover |
Model | 930 | 75 |
Year Released | 1985 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3299 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 431 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2750 mm |