1959 Mercedes-Benz SC vs. 1996 Rover 200
To start off, 1996 Rover 200 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC would be higher. At 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC (110 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1996 Rover 200. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC weights approximately 400 kg more than 1996 Rover 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC 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 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Rover 200, 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, 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC (189 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 200. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC | 1996 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Rover |
| Model | SC | 200 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 1395 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 | 189 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |
