1966 Rover P5 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Rover P5 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C (198 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1966 Rover P5. (122 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1966 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Rover P5 weights approximately 225 kg more than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C.
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 C (310 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Rover P5. (217 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Rover P5.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Rover P5 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | P5 | C |
Year Released | 1966 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2995 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.7 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.7 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3 : 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 | 1730 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4591 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2008 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1444 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2760 mm |