2006 Jaguar XKR vs. 1970 Rover 3.5
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XKR 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 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XKR (391 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1970 Rover 3.5. (149 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1970 Rover 3.5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 210 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, 2006 Jaguar XKR (542 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Rover 3.5. (276 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Rover 3.5.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Jaguar XKR | 1970 Rover 3.5 | |
Make | Jaguar | Rover |
Model | XKR | 3.5 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3532 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 391 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 276 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1635 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2820 mm |