1972 Rover 3.5 vs. 1999 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1999 Ford Mustang is newer by 27 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Mustang (256 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1972 Rover 3.5. (150 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1972 Rover 3.5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Rover 3.5 weights approximately 153 kg more than 1999 Ford Mustang.
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, 1999 Ford Mustang (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Rover 3.5. (276 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Mustang 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 | 1999 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Rover | Ford |
| Model | 3.5 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3532 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 276 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1482 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2580 mm |
