1972 Porsche 914 vs. 1996 Rover 800
To start off, 1996 Rover 800 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Rover 800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Rover 800 (174 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1972 Porsche 914. (79 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Rover 800 should accelerate faster than 1972 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Rover 800 weights approximately 510 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.
Because 1972 Porsche 914 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 1972 Porsche 914. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Rover 800, 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, 1996 Rover 800 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Porsche 914. (136 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1996 Rover 800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Porsche 914 | 1996 Rover 800 | |
| Make | Porsche | Rover |
| Model | 914 | 800 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1679 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2780 mm |
