1976 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 1969 Rover 2000
To start off, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 300 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 3,005 cc (5 cylinders), 1976 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Rover 2000 (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 300. (80 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Rover 2000 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1969 Rover 2000.
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, 1969 Rover 2000 (172 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 300. (171 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1969 Rover 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 1969 Rover 2000 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Rover |
| Model | 300 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3005 cc | 1976 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 85.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 85.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 54 L |
