1972 Mercedes-Benz 230.4 vs. 1954 Rover P4
To start off, 1972 Mercedes-Benz 230.4 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mercedes-Benz 230.4 (108 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1954 Rover P4. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mercedes-Benz 230.4 should accelerate faster than 1954 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Rover P4 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1972 Mercedes-Benz 230.4.
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, 1954 Rover P4 (188 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mercedes-Benz 230.4. (187 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1954 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mercedes-Benz 230.4.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mercedes-Benz 230.4 | 1954 Rover P4 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Rover |
Model | 230.4 | P4 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2307 cc | 2638 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 52 L |