1970 Ford Maverick vs. 1972 Rover 3.5
To start off, 1972 Rover 3.5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Maverick 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 69 more horse power than 1970 Ford Maverick. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Rover 3.5 should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Rover 3.5 weights approximately 375 kg more than 1970 Ford Maverick. 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, 1972 Rover 3.5 (276 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Maverick. (175 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1972 Rover 3.5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ford Maverick | 1972 Rover 3.5 | |
Make | Ford | Rover |
Model | Maverick | 3.5 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2782 cc | 3532 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 276 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1635 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2820 mm |