2008 Peugeot 407 vs. 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 407 is newer by 37 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, 2008 Peugeot 407 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre. (148 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 2 kg more than 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Peugeot 407, 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, 2008 Peugeot 407 (291 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre. (276 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Peugeot 407 | 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre | |
| Make | Peugeot | Rover |
| Model | 407 | 3.5 Litre |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 276 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1638 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2820 mm |
