2009 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1949 Rover P4
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,102 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1949 Rover P4. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1949 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 74 kg more than 1949 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (241 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Rover P4. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | 1949 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Rover |
| Model | C | P4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2102 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 65.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 228 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 52 L |
