1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 vs. 1972 Rover 3.5
To start off, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Rover 3.5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Rover 3.5 would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Rover 3.5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 (235 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1972 Rover 3.5. (150 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 should accelerate faster than 1972 Rover 3.5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Rover 3.5 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1990 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, 1972 Rover 3.5 (276 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190. (246 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1972 Rover 3.5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190. 1972 Rover 3.5 has automatic transmission and 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 has manual transmission. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Rover 3.5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 | 1972 Rover 3.5 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Rover |
| Model | 190 | 3.5 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2461 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 276 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.3 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2820 mm |
