2001 Porsche 911 vs. 1984 Rover Vitesse
To start off, 2001 Porsche 911 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Rover Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Rover Vitesse 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 (315 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1984 Rover Vitesse. (187 HP @ 5280 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1984 Rover Vitesse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Rover Vitesse weights approximately 40 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Rover Vitesse. (298 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Rover Vitesse. 2001 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 1984 Rover Vitesse has manual transmission. 1984 Rover Vitesse will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Porsche 911 | 1984 Rover Vitesse | |
| Make | Porsche | Rover |
| Model | 911 | Vitesse |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 3531 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5280 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 280 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2820 mm |
