2000 Porsche Boxster vs. 1971 Rover 2000
To start off, 2000 Porsche Boxster is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 2,855 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Porsche Boxster (249 HP) has 143 more horse power than 1971 Rover 2000. (106 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1971 Rover 2000.
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, 2000 Porsche Boxster (309 Nm) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Rover 2000. (172 Nm). This means 2000 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Rover 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Porsche Boxster | 1971 Rover 2000 | |
| Make | Porsche | Rover |
| Model | Boxster | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2855 cc | 1978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 106 HP |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2640 mm |
