1989 Ferrari 348 vs. 1970 Rover 3.5
To start off, 1989 Ferrari 348 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Rover 3.5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Rover 3.5 would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Rover 3.5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari 348 (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1970 Rover 3.5. (149 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 1970 Rover 3.5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Rover 3.5 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1989 Ferrari 348.
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, 1989 Ferrari 348 (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Rover 3.5. (276 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari 348 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Rover 3.5. 1970 Rover 3.5 has automatic transmission and 1989 Ferrari 348 has manual transmission. 1989 Ferrari 348 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 Rover 3.5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari 348 | 1970 Rover 3.5 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Rover |
| Model | 348 | 3.5 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3405 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 276 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2820 mm |
