2009 Porsche 911 vs. 1959 Rover P4
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Rover P4 would be higher. At 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (473 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 422 more horse power than 1959 Rover P4. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1959 Rover P4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Rover P4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 482 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Rover P4. (138 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Porsche 911 | 1959 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Porsche | Rover |
| Model | 911 | P4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3599 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 473 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 54 L |
