2009 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre. (148 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 192 kg more than 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre. 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 S (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre. (276 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz S | 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Rover |
| Model | S | 3.5 Litre |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 276 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.9 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1638 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2820 mm |
