1983 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1953 Rover P4
To start off, 1983 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,746 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Mercedes-Benz S (154 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1953 Rover P4. (93 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1953 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 74 kg more than 1953 Rover P4. 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, 1983 Mercedes-Benz S (223 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Rover P4. (187 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1983 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mercedes-Benz S | 1953 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Rover |
| Model | S | P4 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2746 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1486 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2830 mm |
