1998 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1974 Rover 3.5
To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Rover 3.5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Rover 3.5 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 218 more horse power than 1974 Rover 3.5. (149 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1974 Rover 3.5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 317 kg more than 1974 Rover 3.5. 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 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Rover 3.5. (276 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Rover 3.5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL | 1974 Rover 3.5 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Rover |
| Model | CL | 3.5 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5786 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 367 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 276 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1638 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2820 mm |
