1963 Matra-Simca D Jet vs. 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre
To start off, 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Matra-Simca D Jet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Matra-Simca D Jet would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre (148 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1963 Matra-Simca D Jet. (102 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre should accelerate faster than 1963 Matra-Simca D Jet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre weights approximately 978 kg more than 1963 Matra-Simca D Jet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Matra-Simca D Jet | 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre | |
| Make | Matra-Simca | Rover |
| Model | D Jet | 3.5 Litre |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 1255 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1638 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2820 mm |
