1971 Rover 3.5 Litre vs. 2003 Volvo C70
To start off, 2003 Volvo C70 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volvo C70 (242 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre. (148 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre weights approximately 123 kg more than 2003 Volvo C70.
Because 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre 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 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Volvo C70, 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, 2003 Volvo C70 (320 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre. (276 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2003 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre. 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre has automatic transmission and 2003 Volvo C70 has manual transmission. 2003 Volvo C70 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre | 2003 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Rover | Volvo |
| Model | 3.5 Litre | C70 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3532 cc | 2319 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 276 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2670 mm |
