1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 2000 Rover 75
To start off, 2000 Rover 75 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Rover 75 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. (98 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Rover 75 weights approximately 34 kg more than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Rover 75, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Rover 75. (161 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 | 2000 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Rover |
| Model | 220 | 75 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2750 mm |
