1983 Porsche 959 vs. 1957 Rover P4
To start off, 1983 Porsche 959 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Porsche 959 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Porsche 959 (444 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 374 more horse power than 1957 Rover P4. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Porsche 959 should accelerate faster than 1957 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Porsche 959 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1957 Rover P4. 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, 1983 Porsche 959 (510 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Rover P4. (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1983 Porsche 959 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Porsche 959 | 1957 Rover P4 | |
Make | Porsche | Rover |
Model | 959 | P4 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2849 cc | 2230 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2830 mm |