1949 Rover P4 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1949 Rover P4. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1949 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 404 kg more than 1949 Rover P4. 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Rover P4. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Rover P4. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 1949 Rover P4 has manual transmission. 1949 Rover P4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1949 Rover P4 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | P4 | E |
Year Released | 1949 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2102 cc | 2986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.2 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 231 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1451 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 70 L |