2000 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1972 Rover P5B
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Rover P5B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Rover P5B would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz E (349 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1972 Rover P5B. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1972 Rover P5B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Rover P5B weights approximately 145 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz E (530 Nm) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Rover P5B. (295 Nm). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Rover P5B.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mercedes-Benz E | 1972 Rover P5B | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Rover |
| Model | E | P5B |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 3528 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 349 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2820 mm |
