1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S vs. 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D
To start off, 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S (148 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. (51 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S weights approximately 870 kg more than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S (230 Nm) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. (89 Nm). This means 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S | 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Rover |
| Model | 300S | 100 1.4 D |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1380 mm |
