1971 Rover P6 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz B is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Rover P6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Rover P6 would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Rover P6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Rover P6 (150 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz B. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Rover P6 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz B weights approximately 145 kg more than 1971 Rover P6.
Because 1971 Rover P6 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 1971 Rover P6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz B, 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, 1971 Rover P6 (274 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz B. (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1971 Rover P6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz B.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Rover P6 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz B | |
| Make | Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | P6 | B |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3532 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 274 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2780 mm |
