1990 Porsche 911 vs. 1971 Rover 2000
To start off, 1990 Porsche 911 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1971 Rover 2000. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1971 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Rover 2000 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1990 Porsche 911.
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, 1990 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Rover 2000. (172 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1990 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Rover 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Porsche 911 | 1971 Rover 2000 | |
| Make | Porsche | Rover |
| Model | 911 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3163 cc | 1978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1400 mm |
