1972 Rover 3.5 vs. 2006 SSC Aero
To start off, 2006 SSC Aero is newer by 34 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 SSC Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SSC Aero (1,062 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 912 more horse power than 1972 Rover 3.5. (150 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SSC Aero 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 342 kg more than 2006 SSC Aero.
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, 2006 SSC Aero (1,357 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 1081 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Rover 3.5. (276 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 SSC Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Rover 3.5. 1972 Rover 3.5 has automatic transmission and 2006 SSC Aero has manual transmission. 2006 SSC Aero 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 | 2006 SSC Aero | |
| Make | Rover | SSC |
| Model | 3.5 | Aero |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3532 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 1062 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 276 Nm | 1357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1293 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1090 mm |
