1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 1949 Rover P4
To start off, 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 is newer by 2 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 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 (78 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1949 Rover P4. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 should accelerate faster than 1949 Rover P4.
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, 1949 Rover P4 (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1949 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 | 1949 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Rover |
| Model | 220 | P4 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 2102 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 65.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.5:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 52 L |
