2002 Porsche Boxster vs. 1968 Rover 2000
To start off, 2002 Porsche Boxster is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Rover 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche Boxster (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1968 Rover 2000. (142 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1968 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Rover 2000 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2002 Porsche Boxster.
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, 1968 Rover 2000 (272 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Porsche Boxster. (265 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1968 Rover 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Porsche Boxster | 1968 Rover 2000 | |
Make | Porsche | Rover |
Model | Boxster | 2000 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2685 cc | 3532 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 272 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2640 mm |