1972 Rover 3.5 vs. 2012 Audi A8
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 is newer by 40 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A8 (372 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1972 Rover 3.5. (150 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1972 Rover 3.5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A8 weights approximately 385 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.
Because 2012 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Rover 3.5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Audi A8 (444 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Rover 3.5. (276 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A8 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 | 2012 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Rover | Audi |
| Model | 3.5 | A8 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3532 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 372 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 276 Nm | 444 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5268 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3122 mm |
