1988 Alpine V6 vs. 1972 Rover 3.5
To start off, 1988 Alpine V6 is newer by 16 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, 1988 Alpine V6 (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1972 Rover 3.5. (150 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 1972 Rover 3.5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Rover 3.5 weights approximately 455 kg more than 1988 Alpine V6.
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, 1988 Alpine V6 (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Rover 3.5. (276 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1988 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Rover 3.5. 1972 Rover 3.5 has automatic transmission and 1988 Alpine V6 has manual transmission. 1988 Alpine V6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Rover 3.5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Alpine V6 | 1972 Rover 3.5 | |
| Make | Alpine | Rover |
| Model | V6 | 3.5 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 276 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2820 mm |
