1987 Mercedes-Benz 230 vs. 1963 Rover 2000
To start off, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Rover 2000 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 39 more horse power than 1963 Rover 2000. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230 should accelerate faster than 1963 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230 weights approximately 128 kg more than 1963 Rover 2000. 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, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230 (198 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Rover 2000. (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Rover 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230 | 1963 Rover 2000 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Rover |
| Model | 230 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2297 cc | 1978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 85.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.3 mm | 85.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 54 L |
