1996 Rover 400 vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rover 400 would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1996 Rover 400. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 400.
Because 2011 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Rover 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 400. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Rover 400 | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Rover | Porsche |
Model | 400 | 911 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1589 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2350 mm |