2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 1972 Rover 3.5
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Rover 3.5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Rover 3.5 would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Rover 3.5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1972 Rover 3.5. (150 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1972 Rover 3.5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 153 kg more than 1972 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, 1972 Rover 3.5 (276 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac CTS. (232 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1972 Rover 3.5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac CTS. 1972 Rover 3.5 has automatic transmission and 2009 Cadillac CTS has manual transmission. 2009 Cadillac CTS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Rover 3.5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac CTS | 1972 Rover 3.5 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Rover |
| Model | CTS | 3.5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2597 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 276 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.3 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2820 mm |
