1987 Mercedes-Benz 190 vs. 1954 Rover P4
To start off, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 190 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 190 (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1954 Rover P4. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 190 should accelerate faster than 1954 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Rover P4 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 190.
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, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 190 (228 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Rover P4. (188 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1987 Mercedes-Benz 190 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mercedes-Benz 190 | 1954 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Rover |
| Model | 190 | P4 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2599 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2830 mm |
