1958 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 1991 Rover 100
To start off, 1991 Rover 100 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220 (110 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1991 Rover 100. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220 should accelerate faster than 1991 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 880 kg more than 1991 Rover 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220 (186 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220 | 1991 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Rover |
| Model | 220 | 100 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1380 mm |
