1972 Rover 3.5 vs. 2012 GMC Terrain
To start off, 2012 GMC Terrain 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 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Rover 3.5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Terrain (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1972 Rover 3.5. (150 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Terrain should accelerate faster than 1972 Rover 3.5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Terrain weights approximately 113 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 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, 2012 GMC Terrain, 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 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 GMC Terrain. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1972 Rover 3.5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 GMC Terrain.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Rover 3.5 | 2012 GMC Terrain | |
| Make | Rover | GMC |
| Model | 3.5 | Terrain |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| 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 | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 276 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1748 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4707 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2858 mm |
