1997 Porsche Boxster vs. 1972 Rover 2000
To start off, 1997 Porsche Boxster is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 2,480 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche Boxster (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1972 Rover 2000. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1972 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Rover 2000 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1997 Porsche Boxster.
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, 1997 Porsche Boxster (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Rover 2000. (172 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1997 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Rover 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Porsche Boxster | 1972 Rover 2000 | |
| Make | Porsche | Rover |
| Model | Boxster | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2480 cc | 1978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2640 mm |
