1993 Porsche 928 vs. 1973 Rover P5B
To start off, 1993 Porsche 928 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Rover P5B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Rover P5B would be higher. At 4,662 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1973 Rover P5B. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1973 Rover P5B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Rover P5B weights approximately 60 kg more than 1993 Porsche 928.
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, 1993 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Rover P5B. (295 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Rover P5B.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Porsche 928 | 1973 Rover P5B | |
Make | Porsche | Rover |
Model | 928 | P5B |
Year Released | 1993 | 1973 |
Engine Size | 4662 cc | 3526 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 295 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2820 mm |