2001 Jaguar X-Type vs. 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre
To start off, 2001 Jaguar X-Type is newer by 28 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, 2001 Jaguar X-Type (231 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre. (150 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre weights approximately 40 kg more than 2001 Jaguar X-Type.
Because 2001 Jaguar X-Type is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar X-Type 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, 2001 Jaguar X-Type (284 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre. (276 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2001 Jaguar X-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Jaguar X-Type | 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre | |
| Make | Jaguar | Rover |
| Model | X-Type | 3.5 Litre |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 276 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2820 mm |
