1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 1963 Rover P6
To start off, 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Rover P6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Rover P6 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1963 Rover P6. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1963 Rover P6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1490 kg more than 1963 Rover P6. 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, 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 (501 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Rover P6. (153 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Rover P6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 1963 Rover P6 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Rover |
| Model | 600 | P6 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6330 cc | 1978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 85.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 85.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2630 mm |
