1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 vs. 1994 Rover 200
To start off, 1994 Rover 200 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 would be higher. At 4,520 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1994 Rover 200. (198 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1994 Rover 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 (359 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 200. (237 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 | 1994 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Rover |
| Model | 450 | 200 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4520 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
