2001 Porsche 996 vs. 1959 Rover P5
To start off, 2001 Porsche 996 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Rover P5 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 996 (318 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1959 Rover P5. (106 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Rover P5 weights approximately 239 kg more than 2001 Porsche 996.
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 996 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Rover P5. (222 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Rover P5. 1959 Rover P5 has automatic transmission and 2001 Porsche 996 has manual transmission. 2001 Porsche 996 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1959 Rover P5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Porsche 996 | 1959 Rover P5 | |
Make | Porsche | Rover |
Model | 996 | P5 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3596 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 318 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 77.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 105 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1584 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2820 mm |