1990 Porsche 911 vs. 2003 Rover 45
To start off, 2003 Rover 45 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2003 Rover 45. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2003 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Porsche 911 weights approximately 65 kg more than 2003 Rover 45. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 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 1990 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1990 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Rover 45. (123 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1990 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Porsche 911 | 2003 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Porsche | Rover |
| Model | 911 | 45 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3163 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1400 mm |
