2004 Infiniti I35 vs. 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre
To start off, 2004 Infiniti I35 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Infiniti I35 (255 HP) has 107 more horse power than 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Infiniti I35 should accelerate faster than 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre weights approximately 138 kg more than 2004 Infiniti I35.
Because 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Infiniti I35, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Infiniti I35 (334 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre. (276 Nm). This means 2004 Infiniti I35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Infiniti I35 | 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre | |
| Make | Infiniti | Rover |
| Model | I35 | 3.5 Litre |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 276 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1638 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2820 mm |
