1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 vs. 1973 Rover 2000
To start off, 1973 Rover 2000 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 would be higher. At 2,195 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Rover 2000 (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Rover 2000 should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1973 Rover 2000.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Rover 2000 (172 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1973 Rover 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | 1973 Rover 2000 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Rover |
Model | W 111 | 2000 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2195 cc | 1978 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2640 mm |