2001 Porsche 911 vs. 1966 Rover P5
To start off, 2001 Porsche 911 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Rover P5 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1966 Rover P5. (122 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1966 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Rover P5 weights approximately 190 kg more than 2001 Porsche 911.
Because 2001 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Rover P5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Porsche 911 (371 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Rover P5. (217 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Rover P5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Porsche 911 | 1966 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Porsche | Rover |
| Model | 911 | P5 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 371 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 85.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 85.7 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 54 L |
