1972 Rover 3.5 vs. 2012 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2012 Jeep Liberty 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1972 Rover 3.5. (150 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1972 Rover 3.5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 214 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.
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, 2012 Jeep Liberty (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Rover 3.5. (276 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2012 Jeep Liberty 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 Jeep Liberty | |
Make | Rover | Jeep |
Model | 3.5 | Liberty |
Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3532 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 276 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1849 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4493 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1836 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1803 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2695 mm |