1961 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 1996 Rover 400
To start off, 1996 Rover 400 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300 (215 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1996 Rover 400. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 400.
Because 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300 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 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Rover 400, 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, 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300 (275 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 400. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 1996 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Rover |
| Model | 300 | 400 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2560 mm |
