1982 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 1977 Rover 2600
To start off, 1982 Mercedes-Benz 300 is newer by 5 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 2,998 cc (5 cylinders), 1982 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Rover 2600 (136 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1982 Mercedes-Benz 300. (123 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Rover 2600 should accelerate faster than 1982 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 272 kg more than 1977 Rover 2600.
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, 1982 Mercedes-Benz 300 (250 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Rover 2600. (206 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1982 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Rover 2600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 1977 Rover 2600 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Rover |
| Model | 300 | 2600 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2998 cc | 2596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1348 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
