1972 Rover 3.5 vs. 1964 Rover P5
To start off, 1972 Rover 3.5 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Rover P5 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 31 more horse power than 1964 Rover P5. (119 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Rover 3.5 should accelerate faster than 1964 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Rover P5 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1972 Rover 3.5.
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 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Rover P5. (219 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 1972 Rover 3.5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Rover P5. 1972 Rover 3.5 has automatic transmission and 1964 Rover P5 has manual transmission. 1964 Rover P5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Rover 3.5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Rover 3.5 | 1964 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Rover | Rover |
| Model | 3.5 | P5 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3532 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 276 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 77.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2820 mm |
