1973 Porsche 911 vs. 2004 Rover 45
To start off, 2004 Rover 45 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Porsche 911 (226 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2004 Rover 45. (102 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2004 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Rover 45 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1973 Porsche 911.
Because 1973 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 1973 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Rover 45, 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, 1973 Porsche 911 (275 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Rover 45. (241 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1973 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Porsche 911 | 2004 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Porsche | Rover |
| Model | 911 | 45 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
