1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 1974 Rover 2000
To start off, 1974 Rover 2000 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 (115 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1974 Rover 2000. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 should accelerate faster than 1974 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1974 Rover 2000. 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, both vehicles can yield 172 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 | 1974 Rover 2000 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Rover |
| Model | 220 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 1976 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2640 mm |
