1967 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 1996 Rover 400
To start off, 1996 Rover 400 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,331 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1996 Rover 400. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 400.
Because 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600 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 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600. 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, 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 400. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 1996 Rover 400 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Rover |
Model | 600 | 400 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6331 cc | 1589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2560 mm |