2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 1950 Rover P4
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Rover P4 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1950 Rover P4. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1950 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 340 kg more than 1950 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Rover P4. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 1950 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Rover |
| Model | CLS | P4 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2103 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 52 L |
