1977 Holden GTS vs. 1970 Rover 3.5
To start off, 1977 Holden GTS is newer by 7 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 4,139 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Holden GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Holden GTS (158 HP @ 4550 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1970 Rover 3.5. (149 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Holden GTS 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 160 kg more than 1977 Holden GTS.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1977 Holden GTS (326 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Rover 3.5. (276 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1977 Holden GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Rover 3.5. 1970 Rover 3.5 has automatic transmission and 1977 Holden GTS has manual transmission. 1977 Holden GTS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 Rover 3.5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Holden GTS | 1970 Rover 3.5 | |
Make | Holden | Rover |
Model | GTS | 3.5 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4139 cc | 3532 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 4550 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 276 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1635 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2820 mm |