1996 Porsche 911 vs. 1993 Rover 100
To start off, 1996 Porsche 911 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Rover 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Rover 100 would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 911 (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1993 Rover 100. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Porsche 911 weights approximately 282 kg more than 1993 Rover 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Porsche 911 (650 Nm) has 515 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 100. (135 Nm). This means 1996 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Porsche 911 | 1993 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Porsche | Rover |
| Model | 911 | 100 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3164 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1380 mm |
