1973 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1959 Rover P4
To start off, 1973 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,746 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercedes-Benz S (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1959 Rover P4. (92 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 160 kg more than 1959 Rover P4. 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, 1973 Mercedes-Benz S (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Rover P4. (168 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mercedes-Benz S | 1959 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Rover |
| Model | S | P4 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2746 cc | 2625 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 92 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 52 L |
