1971 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1971 Rover 2000
To start off, both 1971 Mercedes-Benz SL and 1971 Rover 2000 were released in the same year (1971). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,778 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mercedes-Benz SL (168 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1971 Rover 2000. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1971 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 65 kg more than 1971 Rover 2000. 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, 1971 Mercedes-Benz SL (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Rover 2000. (172 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1971 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Rover 2000.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1971 Rover 2000 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Rover |
Model | SL | 2000 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2778 cc | 1978 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2640 mm |