1996 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1954 Rover P4
To start off, 1996 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,228 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz C (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1954 Rover P4. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1954 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 10 kg more than 1954 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, 1996 Mercedes-Benz C (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Rover P4. (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mercedes-Benz C | 1954 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Rover |
| Model | C | P4 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 2228 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.3 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 45 L |
