1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 vs. 1958 Rover P5
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Rover P5 would be higher. At 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1958 Rover P5. (106 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 should accelerate faster than 1958 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1958 Rover P5. 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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 (310 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Rover P5. (222 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Rover P5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 | 1958 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Rover |
| Model | 320 | P5 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3197 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 63 L |
