1974 Rover 3.5 vs. 2000 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2000 Peugeot 607 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Rover 3.5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Rover 3.5 would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Rover 3.5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Peugeot 607 (160 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1974 Rover 3.5. (149 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Peugeot 607 should accelerate faster than 1974 Rover 3.5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Rover 3.5 weights approximately 228 kg more than 2000 Peugeot 607.
Because 1974 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 1974 Rover 3.5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Peugeot 607, 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, 1974 Rover 3.5 (276 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Peugeot 607. (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1974 Rover 3.5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Peugeot 607.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Rover 3.5 | 2000 Peugeot 607 | |
| Make | Rover | Peugeot |
| Model | 3.5 | 607 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3532 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 276 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2610 mm |
