1996 Rover 200 vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rover 200 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Boxter (311 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1996 Rover 200. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Boxter weights approximately 290 kg more than 1996 Rover 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Porsche Boxter is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Rover 200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Porsche Boxter (361 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 200. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Boxter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Rover 200 | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
| Make | Rover | Porsche |
| Model | 200 | Boxter |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1979 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1281 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2475 mm |
