1968 Rover 2000 vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 351 more horse power than 1968 Rover 2000. (142 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1968 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 915 kg more than 1968 Rover 2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Porsche Cayenne is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Rover 2000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (700 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 428 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Rover 2000. (272 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Rover 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Rover 2000 | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Rover | Porsche |
| Model | 2000 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3532 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 2245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2154 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2895 mm |
