2007 Porsche 911 vs. 1958 Rover P4
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Rover P4 would be higher. At 3,594 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1958 Rover P4. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1958 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1958 Rover P4. 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Rover P4. (138 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Porsche 911 | 1958 Rover P4 | |
Make | Porsche | Rover |
Model | 911 | P4 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3594 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2830 mm |