1990 Porsche 928 vs. 1963 Rover 2000
To start off, 1990 Porsche 928 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Rover 2000 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 (330 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1963 Rover 2000. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1963 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Porsche 928 weights approximately 368 kg more than 1963 Rover 2000. 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, 1990 Porsche 928 (430 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Rover 2000. (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1990 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Rover 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Porsche 928 | 1963 Rover 2000 | |
| Make | Porsche | Rover |
| Model | 928 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4957 cc | 1978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 85.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 85.7 mm |
| Top Speed | 274 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2630 mm |
