2006 Porsche 911 vs. 1995 Rover 400
To start off, 2006 Porsche 911 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Rover 400 would be higher. At 3,818 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (355 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1995 Rover 400. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1995 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche 911 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1995 Rover 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Porsche 911 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 2006 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Rover 400, 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, 2006 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 400. (183 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Porsche 911 | 1995 Rover 400 | |
Make | Porsche | Rover |
Model | 911 | 400 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3818 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 79 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2630 mm |