1987 Porsche 911 vs. 1991 Rover 400
To start off, 1991 Rover 400 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1991 Rover 400. (86 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1991 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Porsche 911 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1991 Rover 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 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 1987 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Rover 400, 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, 1987 Porsche 911 (286 Nm) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Rover 400. (180 Nm). This means 1987 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Porsche 911 | 1991 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Porsche | Rover |
| Model | 911 | 400 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3164 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2560 mm |
