1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 1999 Rover 800
To start off, 1999 Rover 800 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 (248 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1999 Rover 800. (173 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1999 Rover 800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1335 kg more than 1999 Rover 800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 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 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Rover 800, 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, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Rover 800. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Rover 800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 1999 Rover 800 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Rover |
| Model | 600 | 800 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6330 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2780 mm |
