1994 Rover 800 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover 800 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1994 Rover 800. (167 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 567 kg more than 1994 Rover 800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz S is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Rover 800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 800. (225 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Rover 800 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 800 | S |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2675 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 2091 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3165 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 90 L |
