1994 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1957 Rover P4
To start off, 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,799 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1957 Rover P4. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1957 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 380 kg more than 1957 Rover P4. 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, 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL (271 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Rover P4. (138 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1957 Rover P4 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Rover |
Model | SL | P4 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2799 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2830 mm |