1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 1976 Rover 2000
To start off, 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 6,329 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1976 Rover 2000. (142 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1976 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1438 kg more than 1976 Rover 2000. 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, 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Rover 2000. (272 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Rover 2000.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 1976 Rover 2000 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Rover |
Model | 600 | 2000 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6329 cc | 3532 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 272 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 71.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2640 mm |