2006 Jaguar XK vs. 1972 Rover 3.5
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XK is newer by 34 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 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XK (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1972 Rover 3.5. (150 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1972 Rover 3.5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XK weights approximately 100 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, 2006 Jaguar XK (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Rover 3.5. (276 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Rover 3.5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jaguar XK | 1972 Rover 3.5 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Rover |
| Model | XK | 3.5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 294 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 276 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2820 mm |
