1952 Nissan Sports vs. 1972 Rover 3.5
To start off, 1972 Rover 3.5 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Nissan Sports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Nissan Sports would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Rover 3.5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Rover 3.5 (150 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1952 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Rover 3.5 should accelerate faster than 1952 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Rover 3.5 weights approximately 885 kg more than 1952 Nissan Sports. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Rover 3.5 (276 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Rover 3.5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Nissan Sports | 1972 Rover 3.5 | |
| Make | Nissan | Rover |
| Model | Sports | 3.5 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 860 cc | 3532 cc |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 276 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1370 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2820 mm |
