1993 Porsche 911 vs. 1998 Rover 75
To start off, 1998 Rover 75 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,162 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1998 Rover 75. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1998 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Rover 75 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1993 Porsche 911.
Because 1993 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 1993 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1993 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Rover 75. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Porsche 911 | 1998 Rover 75 | |
Make | Porsche | Rover |
Model | 911 | 75 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3162 cc | 1769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 286 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1430 mm |