1970 Rover 3.5 vs. 2013 Cadillac ATS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ATS is newer by 43 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ATS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ATS (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1970 Rover 3.5. (149 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS 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 65 kg more than 2013 Cadillac ATS.
Because 2013 Cadillac ATS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Rover 3.5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS 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, 2013 Cadillac ATS (373 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Rover 3.5. (276 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ATS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Rover 3.5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Rover 3.5 | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
| Make | Rover | Cadillac |
| Model | 3.5 | ATS |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3532 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 276 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4643 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2776 mm |
