2005 Porsche 996 vs. 1993 Rover 200
To start off, 2005 Porsche 996 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 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 996 (315 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1993 Rover 200. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 996 weights approximately 375 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 996 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 200. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Porsche 996 | 1993 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Porsche | Rover |
| Model | 996 | 200 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3589 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2510 mm |
