1973 Rover 3.5 Litre vs. 2005 Saturn L
To start off, 2005 Saturn L is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saturn L (182 HP) has 32 more horse power than 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre. (150 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saturn L should accelerate faster than 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre weights approximately 167 kg more than 2005 Saturn L.
Because 1973 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 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Saturn L, 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, 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre (276 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saturn L. (258 Nm). This means 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saturn L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre | 2005 Saturn L | |
| Make | Rover | Saturn |
| Model | 3.5 Litre | L |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3532 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 182 HP |
| Torque | 276 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1468 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2710 mm |
