2004 Cadillac CTS vs. 1974 Rover 3.5
To start off, 2004 Cadillac CTS is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Rover 3.5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Rover 3.5 would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Rover 3.5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac CTS (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1974 Rover 3.5. (149 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1974 Rover 3.5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 142 kg more than 1974 Rover 3.5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1974 Rover 3.5 (276 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Cadillac CTS. (232 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1974 Rover 3.5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Cadillac CTS. 1974 Rover 3.5 has automatic transmission and 2004 Cadillac CTS has manual transmission. 2004 Cadillac CTS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Rover 3.5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac CTS | 1974 Rover 3.5 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Rover |
| Model | CTS | 3.5 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2597 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 276 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.2 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1638 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2820 mm |
