2005 Buick LeSabre vs. 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre
To start off, 2005 Buick LeSabre is newer by 34 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick LeSabre (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre. (148 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick LeSabre 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 9 kg more than 2005 Buick LeSabre.
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, 2005 Buick LeSabre, 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, 2005 Buick LeSabre (312 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre. (276 Nm). This means 2005 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick LeSabre | 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre | |
Make | Buick | Rover |
Model | LeSabre | 3.5 Litre |
Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 3532 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 276 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 71.1 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1629 kg | 1638 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2820 mm |