2008 Audi TT vs. 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre
To start off, 2008 Audi TT is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi TT (221 HP @ 2200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre. (150 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre weights approximately 85 kg more than 2008 Audi TT.
Because 2008 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi TT will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Audi TT (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre. (276 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre. 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre has automatic transmission and 2008 Audi TT has manual transmission. 2008 Audi TT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi TT | 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre | |
Make | Audi | Rover |
Model | TT | 3.5 Litre |
Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 3532 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 2200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 276 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1635 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2820 mm |