1998 Rover 75 vs. 2012 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2012 Porsche Boxster is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Rover 75 would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Boxster (310 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1998 Rover 75. (116 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1998 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Rover 75 weights approximately 134 kg more than 2012 Porsche Boxster.
Because 2012 Porsche Boxster 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 2012 Porsche Boxster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 2012 Porsche Boxster (360 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Rover 75. (260 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Rover 75 | 2012 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Rover | Porsche |
| Model | 75 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1950 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1351 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4371 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1293 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2416 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 64 L |
