2000 Cadillac Seville vs. 1970 Rover 3.5
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Seville is newer by 30 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 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Seville (290 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1970 Rover 3.5. (149 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1970 Rover 3.5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 192 kg more than 1970 Rover 3.5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Rover 3.5 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 1970 Rover 3.5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Seville, 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, 2000 Cadillac Seville (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Rover 3.5. (276 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Rover 3.5.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Cadillac Seville | 1970 Rover 3.5 | |
Make | Cadillac | Rover |
Model | Seville | 3.5 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4572 cc | 3532 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 276 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1827 kg | 1635 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2820 mm |