1968 Mercedes-Benz SE vs. 1992 Rover 100
To start off, 1992 Rover 100 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE would be higher. At 2,777 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE (168 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1992 Rover 100. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE weights approximately 745 kg more than 1992 Rover 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE | 1992 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Rover |
| Model | SE | 100 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2777 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
