2007 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1955 Rover P4
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Rover P4 would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 312 more horse power than 1955 Rover P4. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1955 Rover P4.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Rover P4. (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Rover P4. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 1955 Rover P4 has manual transmission. 1955 Rover P4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | 1955 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Rover |
| Model | CL | P4 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5461 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 382 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 45 L |
