1997 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward
To start off, 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mercedes-Benz E (349 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward. (322 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward weights approximately 740 kg more than 1997 Mercedes-Benz E.
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, 1997 Mercedes-Benz E (531 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward. (499 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1997 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mercedes-Benz E | 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | E | Park Ward |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 5379 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 349 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 531 Nm | 499 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 2450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 100 L |
