1970 Rover P5B vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Rover P5B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Rover P5B would be higher. At 3,528 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Rover P5B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E (168 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1970 Rover P5B. (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1970 Rover P5B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 80 kg more than 1970 Rover P5B. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Rover P5B. (295 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Rover P5B.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Rover P5B | 2012 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | P5B | E |
Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
Engine Size | 3528 cc | 2143 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 159 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 295 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1670 kg |