1971 Rover 3.5 Litre vs. 2004 Proton Impian
To start off, 2004 Proton Impian is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre 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 47 more horse power than 2004 Proton Impian. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre should accelerate faster than 2004 Proton Impian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre weights approximately 433 kg more than 2004 Proton Impian. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre 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 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Proton Impian, 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, 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre (276 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Proton Impian. (140 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Proton Impian.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Rover 3.5 Litre | 2004 Proton Impian | |
Make | Rover | Proton |
Model | 3.5 Litre | Impian |
Year Released | 1971 | 2004 |
Engine Size | 3532 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 276 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2610 mm |