2002 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1964 Rover P5
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Rover P5 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz C (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1964 Rover P5. (119 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1964 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Rover P5 weights approximately 245 kg more than 2002 Mercedes-Benz C.
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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz C (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Rover P5. (219 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Rover P5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mercedes-Benz C | 1964 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Rover |
| Model | C | P5 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 77.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 105 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 52 L |
