1966 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1954 Rover P4
To start off, 1966 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,306 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Mercedes-Benz SL (149 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1954 Rover P4. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1954 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Rover P4 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1966 Mercedes-Benz SL.
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, 1966 Mercedes-Benz SL (196 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Rover P4. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1966 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1954 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Rover |
| Model | SL | P4 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2306 cc | 2103 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 52 L |
