1972 Porsche 914 vs. 1959 Rover P4
To start off, 1972 Porsche 914 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Porsche 914 (79 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1959 Rover P4. (67 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Porsche 914 should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Rover P4 weights approximately 547 kg more than 1972 Porsche 914.
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, 1959 Rover P4 (169 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Porsche 914. (136 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1959 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 | 1959 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Porsche | Rover |
| Model | 914 | P4 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1679 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1472 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4450 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 |
