2004 Lexus SC vs. 1972 Rover 3.5
To start off, 2004 Lexus SC is newer by 32 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 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lexus SC (290 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1972 Rover 3.5. (150 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1972 Rover 3.5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lexus SC weights approximately 105 kg more than 1972 Rover 3.5. 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, 2004 Lexus SC (447 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Rover 3.5. (276 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2004 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Rover 3.5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lexus SC | 1972 Rover 3.5 | |
| Make | Lexus | Rover |
| Model | SC | 3.5 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 276 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2820 mm |
