1968 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1998 Rover 200
To start off, 1998 Rover 200 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 2,307 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercedes-Benz E (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1998 Rover 200. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1998 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 330 kg more than 1998 Rover 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Mercedes-Benz E 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 E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Rover 200, 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 E (186 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Rover 200. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mercedes-Benz E | 1998 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Rover |
| Model | E | 200 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |
