1979 Mercedes-Benz 230 vs. 1971 Rover P6
To start off, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Rover P6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Rover P6 would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Rover P6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Rover P6 (150 HP) has 16 more horse power than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230. (134 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Rover P6 should accelerate faster than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1971 Rover P6.
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, 1971 Rover P6 (274 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230. (205 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Rover P6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230 | 1971 Rover P6 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Rover |
| Model | 230 | P6 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2298 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 150 HP |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 274 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.3 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2630 mm |
