1969 Dodge Challenger vs. 1970 Rover 3.5
To start off, 1970 Rover 3.5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Dodge Challenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Challenger would be higher. At 6,286 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Challenger (200 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1970 Rover 3.5. (149 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 1970 Rover 3.5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Rover 3.5 weights approximately 69 kg more than 1969 Dodge Challenger.
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, 1969 Dodge Challenger (422 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Rover 3.5. (276 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Rover 3.5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Challenger | 1970 Rover 3.5 | |
| Make | Dodge | Rover |
| Model | Challenger | 3.5 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6286 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 276 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2820 mm |
