1970 Buick GS vs. 2005 Rover 75
To start off, 2005 Rover 75 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Buick GS would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Buick GS (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2005 Rover 75. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Buick GS should accelerate faster than 2005 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick GS weights approximately 260 kg more than 2005 Rover 75. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Buick GS 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 1970 Buick GS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Rover 75, 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, 1970 Buick GS (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Rover 75. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Rover 75. 2005 Rover 75 has automatic transmission and 1970 Buick GS has manual transmission. 1970 Buick GS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Rover 75 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Buick GS | 2005 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Buick | Rover |
| Model | GS | 75 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2750 mm |
