1969 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 1972 Rover 3.5
To start off, 1972 Rover 3.5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 6,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado (385 HP) has 235 more horse power than 1972 Rover 3.5. (150 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1972 Rover 3.5.
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 Oldsmobile Toronado (644 Nm) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Rover 3.5. (276 Nm). This means 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Rover 3.5.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Oldsmobile Toronado | 1972 Rover 3.5 | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Rover |
Model | Toronado | 3.5 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6967 cc | 3532 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 150 HP |
Torque | 644 Nm | 276 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 104.8 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 71.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2820 mm |