2005 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1962 Rover P5
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Rover P5 would be higher. At 3,220 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S (201 HP @ 1800 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1962 Rover P5. (119 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1962 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 50 kg more than 1962 Rover P5. 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S (479 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Rover P5. (218 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Rover P5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz S | 1962 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Rover |
| Model | S | P5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3220 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 479 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 77.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 105 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 45 L |
