1972 Porsche 914 vs. 1953 Rover P4
To start off, 1972 Porsche 914 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Rover P4 (93 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1972 Porsche 914. (79 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Rover P4 should accelerate faster than 1972 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Rover P4 weights approximately 561 kg more than 1972 Porsche 914. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1953 Rover P4 (187 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Porsche 914. (136 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1953 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Porsche 914 | 1953 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Porsche | Rover |
| Model | 914 | P4 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1679 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 105 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1486 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 52 L |
