1947 Jaguar Mark IV vs. 1970 Rover 2000
To start off, 1970 Rover 2000 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Jaguar Mark IV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Jaguar Mark IV would be higher. At 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1947 Jaguar Mark IV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1947 Jaguar Mark IV (123 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1970 Rover 2000. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1947 Jaguar Mark IV should accelerate faster than 1970 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Jaguar Mark IV weights approximately 495 kg more than 1970 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, 1947 Jaguar Mark IV (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Rover 2000. (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1947 Jaguar Mark IV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Rover 2000.
Compare all specifications:
1947 Jaguar Mark IV | 1970 Rover 2000 | |
Make | Jaguar | Rover |
Model | Mark IV | 2000 |
Year Released | 1947 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3485 cc | 1978 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2640 mm |