2004 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 1974 Rover 3.5
To start off, 2004 Chrysler Crossfire 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 Chrysler Crossfire (330 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1974 Rover 3.5. (149 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 1974 Rover 3.5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Rover 3.5 weights approximately 129 kg more than 2004 Chrysler Crossfire.
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, 2004 Chrysler Crossfire (420 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Rover 3.5. (276 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2004 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Rover 3.5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler Crossfire | 1974 Rover 3.5 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Rover |
| Model | Crossfire | 3.5 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 276 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1509 kg | 1638 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2820 mm |
