1994 Ford Mustang vs. 1972 Rover 3.5
To start off, 1994 Ford Mustang is newer by 22 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 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Rover 3.5 (150 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1994 Ford Mustang. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Rover 3.5 should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Rover 3.5 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1994 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1994 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Rover 3.5. (276 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Mustang 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 1994 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 1994 Ford Mustang 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:
| 1994 Ford Mustang | 1972 Rover 3.5 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Mustang | 3.5 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3797 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 276 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.9 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2820 mm |
