2009 Land Rover LR2 vs. 1970 Rover 3.5
To start off, 2009 Land Rover LR2 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Rover 3.5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Rover 3.5 would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Rover 3.5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover LR2 (227 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1970 Rover 3.5. (149 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR2 should accelerate faster than 1970 Rover 3.5.
Because 2009 Land Rover LR2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Rover 3.5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR2 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, 1970 Rover 3.5 (276 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Land Rover LR2. (234 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1970 Rover 3.5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Land Rover LR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover LR2 | 1970 Rover 3.5 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Rover |
| Model | LR2 | 3.5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3192 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 276 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
