2006 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1973 Rover P5B
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Rover P5B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Rover P5B would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (257 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1973 Rover P5B. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1973 Rover P5B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 255 kg more than 1973 Rover P5B. 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (560 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Rover P5B. (295 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Rover P5B.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz E | 1973 Rover P5B | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Rover |
| Model | E | P5B |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 3528 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 257 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2820 mm |
