1977 Rover 2600 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Rover 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Rover 2600 would be higher. At 5,512 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 374 more horse power than 1977 Rover 2600. (136 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1977 Rover 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 602 kg more than 1977 Rover 2600. 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (830 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 624 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Rover 2600. (206 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Rover 2600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Rover 2600 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 2600 | SL |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2596 cc | 5512 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 830 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1348 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |
