1990 Porsche 928 vs. 1972 Rover 3.5
To start off, 1990 Porsche 928 is newer by 18 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1972 Rover 3.5. (150 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche 928 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 105 kg more than 1990 Porsche 928.
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, 1990 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Rover 3.5. (276 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1990 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Rover 3.5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Porsche 928 | 1972 Rover 3.5 | |
| Make | Porsche | Rover |
| Model | 928 | 3.5 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 276 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2820 mm |
