1972 Rover 3.5 vs. 2010 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 38 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 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Rover 3.5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Sonata (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1972 Rover 3.5. (150 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Sonata 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 126 kg more than 2010 Hyundai Sonata.
Because 1972 Rover 3.5 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Rover 3.5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Sonata, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Sonata. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Rover 3.5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Rover 3.5 | 2010 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Rover | Hyundai |
| Model | 3.5 | Sonata |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3532 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 276 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1509 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4798 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1831 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2728 mm |
