2005 Porsche GT2 vs. 1954 Rover P4
To start off, 2005 Porsche GT2 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Rover P4 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche GT2 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche GT2 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1954 Rover P4.
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, 2005 Porsche GT2 (340 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Rover P4. (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche GT2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Porsche GT2 | 1954 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Porsche | Rover |
| Model | GT2 | P4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2228 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 70 HP |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2830 mm |
