1970 Rover 3.5 vs. 2002 Infiniti I
To start off, 2002 Infiniti I is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Rover 3.5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Rover 3.5 would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Rover 3.5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Infiniti I (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1970 Rover 3.5. (149 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Infiniti I should accelerate faster than 1970 Rover 3.5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Rover 3.5 weights approximately 125 kg more than 2002 Infiniti I.
Because 1970 Rover 3.5 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Rover 3.5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Infiniti I, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1970 Rover 3.5 (276 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Infiniti I. (270 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1970 Rover 3.5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Infiniti I.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Rover 3.5 | 2002 Infiniti I | |
| Make | Rover | Infiniti |
| Model | 3.5 | I |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3532 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 276 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2760 mm |
