2001 Acura RSX vs. 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre
To start off, 2001 Acura RSX is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura RSX (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre. (148 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre weights approximately 382 kg more than 2001 Acura RSX.
Because 1971 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 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Acura RSX, 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, 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre (276 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura RSX. (191 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Acura RSX | 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre | |
Make | Acura | Rover |
Model | RSX | 3.5 Litre |
Year Released | 2001 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3532 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 276 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.9 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 71.1 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1256 kg | 1638 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2820 mm |