1994 Porsche 993 vs. 1956 Rover P4
To start off, 1994 Porsche 993 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Rover P4 would be higher. At 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1956 Rover P4. (108 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1956 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Rover P4 weights approximately 28 kg more than 1994 Porsche 993.
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, 1994 Porsche 993 (347 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Rover P4. (206 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Porsche 993 | 1956 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Porsche | Rover |
| Model | 993 | P4 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3599 cc | 2636 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1448 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2830 mm |
