1972 Rover 3.5 vs. 2013 Audi A6
To start off, 2013 Audi A6 is newer by 41 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, 2013 Audi A6 (306 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1972 Rover 3.5. (150 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1972 Rover 3.5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A6 weights approximately 200 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 2013 Audi A6 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, 2013 Audi A6 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, 2013 Audi A6 (441 Nm) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Rover 3.5. (276 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A6 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 | 2013 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Rover | Audi |
| Model | 3.5 | A6 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3532 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 276 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4925 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2086 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2912 mm |
