2006 Chrysler 300 vs. 1970 Rover 3.5
To start off, 2006 Chrysler 300 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Rover 3.5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Rover 3.5 would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Rover 3.5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler 300 (190 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1970 Rover 3.5. (149 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1970 Rover 3.5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1970 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, 1970 Rover 3.5 (276 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chrysler 300. (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Rover 3.5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler 300 | 1970 Rover 3.5 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Rover |
| Model | 300 | 3.5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 276 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2820 mm |
