1999 Porsche 911 vs. 1959 Rover P4
To start off, 1999 Porsche 911 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Rover P4 would be higher. At 3,387 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Porsche 911 (296 HP) has 245 more horse power than 1959 Rover P4. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Rover P4 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1999 Porsche 911.
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, 1999 Porsche 911 (350 Nm) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Rover P4. (138 Nm). This means 1999 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Porsche 911 | 1959 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Porsche | Rover |
| Model | 911 | P4 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3387 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2830 mm |
