1988 Jaguar XJS vs. 1972 Rover 3.5
To start off, 1988 Jaguar XJS 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 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Jaguar XJS (219 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1972 Rover 3.5. (150 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Jaguar XJS 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 5 kg more than 1988 Jaguar XJS.
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 Jaguar XJS (331 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Rover 3.5. (276 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1988 Jaguar XJS 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 Jaguar XJS has manual transmission. 1988 Jaguar XJS 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 Jaguar XJS | 1972 Rover 3.5 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Rover |
| Model | XJS | 3.5 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3590 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 219 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 276 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2820 mm |
