1994 Rover 200 vs. 2011 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2011 Porsche Panamera is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover 200 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Panamera (400 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 334 more horse power than 1994 Rover 200. (66 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 650 kg more than 1994 Rover 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Porsche Panamera (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 200. (123 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Rover 200 | 2011 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Rover | Porsche |
| Model | 200 | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1417 mm |
