1987 Mercedes-Benz 230 vs. 1951 Rover P4
To start off, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230 (130 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1951 Rover P4. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230 should accelerate faster than 1951 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Rover P4 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230.
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 230 (198 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Rover P4. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230 | 1951 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Rover |
| Model | 230 | P4 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2297 cc | 2103 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 65.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.3 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 52 L |
