1987 Porsche 911 vs. 1998 Rover 200
To start off, 1998 Rover 200 is newer by 11 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 (231 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1998 Rover 200. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1998 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Rover 200 weights approximately 33 kg more than 1987 Porsche 911.
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, 1998 Rover 200, 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 (283 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Rover 200. (185 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Porsche 911 | 1998 Rover 200 | |
Make | Porsche | Rover |
Model | 911 | 200 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3164 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 231 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 283 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.4 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1172 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2510 mm |