1970 Rover P5B vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 43 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C (198 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1970 Rover P5B. (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1970 Rover P5B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Rover P5B weights approximately 85 kg more than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C.
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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C (310 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Rover P5B. (295 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Rover P5B.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Rover P5B | 2013 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | P5B | C |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
| Engine Size | 3528 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 159 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4591 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2008 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1444 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2760 mm |
