1959 Rover P5 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Rover P5 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S (613 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 507 more horse power than 1959 Rover P5. (106 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 691 kg more than 1959 Rover P5. 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S (1,001 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 779 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Rover P5. (222 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Rover P5.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Rover P5 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | P5 | S |
Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2995 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 613 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 1001 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 2275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5252 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2120 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1488 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3165 mm |