1982 Porsche 944 vs. 1955 Rover P4
To start off, 1982 Porsche 944 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Porsche 944 (151 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1955 Rover P4. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 1955 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Rover P4 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1982 Porsche 944.
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, 1982 Porsche 944 (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Rover P4. (188 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1982 Porsche 944 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Porsche 944 | 1955 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Porsche | Rover |
| Model | 944 | P4 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2479 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 151 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 52 L |
