1972 Rover 3.5 vs. 1989 De Tomaso Longchamp
To start off, 1989 De Tomaso Longchamp is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Rover 3.5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Rover 3.5 would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 De Tomaso Longchamp (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1972 Rover 3.5. (150 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 1972 Rover 3.5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 65 kg more than 1972 Rover 3.5. 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, 1989 De Tomaso Longchamp (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Rover 3.5. (276 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1989 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Rover 3.5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Rover 3.5 | 1989 De Tomaso Longchamp | |
| Make | Rover | De Tomaso |
| Model | 3.5 | Longchamp |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3532 cc | 5763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 276 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 101.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2610 mm |
