2009 Porsche 911 vs. 1966 Rover P5
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Rover P5 would be higher. At 3,823 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1966 Rover P5. (122 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1966 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 700 kg more than 1966 Rover P5. 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Rover P5. (217 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Rover P5. 1966 Rover P5 has automatic transmission and 2009 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2009 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1966 Rover P5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Porsche 911 | 1966 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Porsche | Rover |
| Model | 911 | P5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3823 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 85.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 85.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2430 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 54 L |
