1954 Rover P4 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 58 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 438 more horse power than 1954 Rover P4. (80 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1954 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 368 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E (699 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 546 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Rover P4. (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Rover P4. 2012 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 1954 Rover P4 has manual transmission. 1954 Rover P4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Rover P4 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | P4 | E |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2230 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 518 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 1852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4887 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1443 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2875 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 80 L |
