1968 Jaguar Type S vs. 1972 Rover 3.5
To start off, 1972 Rover 3.5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Jaguar Type S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Jaguar Type S would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Rover 3.5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Jaguar Type S (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1972 Rover 3.5. (150 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jaguar Type S should accelerate faster than 1972 Rover 3.5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Rover 3.5 weights approximately 9 kg more than 1968 Jaguar Type S.
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, 1968 Jaguar Type S (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Rover 3.5. (276 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1968 Jaguar Type S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Rover 3.5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Jaguar Type S | 1972 Rover 3.5 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Rover |
| Model | Type S | 3.5 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 276 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2820 mm |
