1971 Rover 3.5 Litre vs. 2010 Chrysler Sebring
To start off, 2010 Chrysler Sebring 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 3,532 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 9 more horse power than 2010 Chrysler Sebring. (139 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre should accelerate faster than 2010 Chrysler Sebring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre weights approximately 83 kg more than 2010 Chrysler Sebring. 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 Chrysler Sebring, 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 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chrysler Sebring. (189 Nm @ 4350 RPM). This means 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chrysler Sebring. 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre has automatic transmission and 2010 Chrysler Sebring has manual transmission. 2010 Chrysler Sebring will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Rover 3.5 Litre | 2010 Chrysler Sebring | |
Make | Rover | Chrysler |
Model | 3.5 Litre | Sebring |
Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3532 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 276 Nm | 189 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4350 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 1555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2750 mm |