1996 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1966 Rover P5
To start off, 1996 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Rover P5 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz C (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1966 Rover P5. (122 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1966 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 320 kg more than 1966 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, 1996 Mercedes-Benz C (270 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Rover P5. (217 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Rover P5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mercedes-Benz C | 1966 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Rover |
| Model | C | P5 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2799 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2050 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 54 L |
