1996 Rover 400 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rover 400 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (397 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 312 more horse power than 1996 Rover 400. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 575 kg more than 1996 Rover 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Mercedes-Benz E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Rover 400, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (601 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 431 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 400. (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Rover 400 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 400 | E |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 397 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 601 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4698 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2015 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1398 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2760 mm |
