1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 vs. 2004 Rover 75
To start off, 2004 Rover 75 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 would be higher. At 5,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2004 Rover 75. (256 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 should accelerate faster than 2004 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 weights approximately 68 kg more than 2004 Rover 75. 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, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 (464 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Rover 75. (418 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 | 2004 Rover 75 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Rover |
Model | 560 | 75 |
Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5547 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 464 Nm | 418 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 251 km/hour | 224 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1748 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2780 mm |