1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 1993 Rover 200
To start off, 1993 Rover 200 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1993 Rover 200. (86 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1993 Rover 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 (271 Nm) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 200. (180 Nm). This means 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 1993 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Rover |
| Model | 300 | 200 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
