1994 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1972 Rover 3.5
To start off, 1994 Mazda RX-7 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 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Rover 3.5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda RX-7 (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1972 Rover 3.5. (150 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda RX-7 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 335 kg more than 1994 Mazda RX-7.
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 Mazda RX-7 (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Rover 3.5. (276 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1994 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Rover 3.5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mazda RX-7 | 1972 Rover 3.5 | |
| Make | Mazda | Rover |
| Model | RX-7 | 3.5 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2615 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 276 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2820 mm |
