1996 Italdesign Nazca vs. 2005 Rover 75

To start off, 2005 Rover 75 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Italdesign Nazca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Italdesign Nazca would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Italdesign Nazca (346 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 2005 Rover 75. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 2005 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rover 75 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1996 Italdesign Nazca.

Because 1996 Italdesign Nazca 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 1996 Italdesign Nazca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1996 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Rover 75. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Rover 75.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Italdesign Nazca 2005 Rover 75
Make Italdesign Rover
Model Nazca 75
Year Released 1996 2005
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 4988 cc 1796 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 346 HP 118 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 470 Nm 160 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 297 km/hour 195 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1000 kg 1370 kg
Vehicle Length 4400 mm 4750 mm
Vehicle Width 2090 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1110 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2750 mm


 

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