1990 Porsche 928 vs. 1952 Rover P4
To start off, 1990 Porsche 928 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Rover P4 would be higher. At 4,957 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche 928 (317 HP) has 242 more horse power than 1952 Rover P4. (75 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1952 Rover P4.
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 928 (430 Nm) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Rover P4. (150 Nm). This means 1990 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Porsche 928 | 1952 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Porsche | Rover |
| Model | 928 | P4 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4957 cc | 2101 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 75 HP |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2830 mm |
