1990 Rover 400 vs. 2011 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2011 Porsche Boxster is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Rover 400 would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Boxster (320 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1990 Rover 400. (115 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1990 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 200 kg more than 1990 Rover 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Porsche Boxster 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 2011 Porsche Boxster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 2011 Porsche Boxster (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Rover 400. (144 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Rover 400 | 2011 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Rover | Porsche |
| Model | 400 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4341 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1232 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2416 mm |
