2008 Rover 75 vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Rover 75 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (350 HP) has 94 more horse power than 2008 Rover 75. (256 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Rover 75 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2012 Porsche 911.
Because 2012 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 2012 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 911 (389 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Rover 75. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Rover 75 | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Rover | Porsche |
| Model | 75 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 350 HP |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 389 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4491 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1303 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2451 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |
