1985 Buick Wildcat vs. 1972 Rover 3.5
To start off, 1985 Buick Wildcat is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Rover 3.5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Rover 3.5 would be higher. At 3,785 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Buick Wildcat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Buick Wildcat (355 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1972 Rover 3.5. (150 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick Wildcat should accelerate faster than 1972 Rover 3.5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Rover 3.5 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1985 Buick Wildcat.
Because 1985 Buick Wildcat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Rover 3.5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Buick Wildcat 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, 1985 Buick Wildcat (551 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Rover 3.5. (276 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1985 Buick Wildcat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Rover 3.5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick Wildcat | 1972 Rover 3.5 | |
| Make | Buick | Rover |
| Model | Wildcat | 3.5 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3785 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 551 Nm | 276 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2820 mm |
