1972 Rover 3.5 vs. 1971 Rover 2000
To start off, 1972 Rover 3.5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Rover 2000 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 44 more horse power than 1971 Rover 2000. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Rover 3.5 should accelerate faster than 1971 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Rover 3.5 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1971 Rover 2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Rover 2000. (172 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1972 Rover 3.5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Rover 2000. 1972 Rover 3.5 has automatic transmission and 1971 Rover 2000 has manual transmission. 1971 Rover 2000 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 | 1971 Rover 2000 | |
Make | Rover | Rover |
Model | 3.5 | 2000 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3532 cc | 1978 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 276 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2640 mm |