1971 Rover 3.5 Litre vs. 2010 Chevrolet Impala
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 39 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 3,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Impala (230 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre. (148 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 17 kg more than 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Impala, 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, 2010 Chevrolet Impala (318 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre. (276 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre | 2010 Chevrolet Impala | |
| Make | Rover | Chevrolet |
| Model | 3.5 Litre | Impala |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3532 cc | 3900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 276 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2807 mm |
