2006 Porsche Boxster vs. 1963 Rover 2000
To start off, 2006 Porsche Boxster is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 3,177 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Boxster (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1963 Rover 2000. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1963 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 133 kg more than 1963 Rover 2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Porsche Boxster (320 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Rover 2000. (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Rover 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Porsche Boxster | 1963 Rover 2000 | |
| Make | Porsche | Rover |
| Model | Boxster | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3177 cc | 1978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 85.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 85.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 268 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 54 L |
