2000 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1971 Rover 2000
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1971 Rover 2000. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1971 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 520 kg more than 1971 Rover 2000. 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL (469 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Rover 2000. (172 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Rover 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1971 Rover 2000 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Rover |
| Model | SL | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 1978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2640 mm |
