1973 Rover 3.5 Litre vs. 2010 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC60 is newer by 37 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, 2010 Volvo XC60 (235 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre. (150 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Volvo XC60, 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, 2010 Volvo XC60 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre. (276 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Rover 3.5 Litre | 2010 Volvo XC60 | |
Make | Rover | Volvo |
Model | 3.5 Litre | XC60 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3532 cc | 3200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 276 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1712 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2774 mm |