1977 Rover 2600 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 34 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S (536 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 400 more horse power than 1977 Rover 2600. (136 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1977 Rover 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 882 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S (799 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 593 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Rover 2600. (206 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Rover 2600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Rover 2600 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 2600 | S |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2596 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 536 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 799 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1348 kg | 2230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3165 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |
