1954 Rover P4 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Rover P4 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S (295 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1954 Rover P4. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1954 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 601 kg more than 1954 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S (385 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Rover P4. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Rover P4 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | P4 | S |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2103 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1991 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3165 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 90 L |
