2005 Porsche 911 vs. 1993 Rover 200
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Rover 200 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1993 Rover 200. (197 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1993 Rover 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 200. (237 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Porsche 911 | 1993 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Porsche | Rover |
| Model | 911 | 200 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
