1998 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1957 Rover P4
To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Rover P4 would be higher. At 5,786 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL (367 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 1957 Rover P4. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1957 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 555 kg more than 1957 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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL (530 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Rover P4. (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Rover P4. 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 1957 Rover P4 has manual transmission. 1957 Rover P4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL | 1957 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Rover |
| Model | CL | P4 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5786 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 367 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 45 L |
