1972 Rover 3.5 vs. 2013 Ford Flex
To start off, 2013 Ford Flex 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 Ford Flex (281 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1972 Rover 3.5. (150 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 1972 Rover 3.5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Flex weights approximately 471 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 Ford Flex 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 Ford Flex 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 Ford Flex (346 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Rover 3.5. (276 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Flex 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 Ford Flex | |
| Make | Rover | Ford |
| Model | 3.5 | Flex |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3532 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 276 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 2106 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5125 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2256 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1726 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2994 mm |
