2008 Hummer H3 vs. 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre
To start off, 2008 Hummer H3 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hummer H3 (300 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre. (150 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre.
Because 2008 Hummer H3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Hummer H3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Hummer H3 (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre. (276 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hummer H3 | 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre | |
| Make | Hummer | Rover |
| Model | H3 | 3.5 Litre |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 276 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2180 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2820 mm |
