1996 Porsche 911 vs. 2004 Rover 75
To start off, 2004 Rover 75 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Porsche 911 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 147 more horse power than 2004 Rover 75. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2004 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Rover 75 weights approximately 433 kg more than 1996 Porsche 911.
Because 1996 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 1996 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 Porsche 911 (650 Nm) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Rover 75. (300 Nm). This means 1996 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Porsche 911 | 2004 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Porsche | Rover |
| Model | 911 | 75 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3164 cc | 1951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2630 mm |
