2011 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1966 Rover P5
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Rover P5 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S (621 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 499 more horse power than 1966 Rover P5. (122 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1966 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 566 kg more than 1966 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S (999 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 782 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Rover P5. (217 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Rover P5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mercedes-Benz S | 1966 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Rover |
| Model | S | P5 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 621 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 999 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2296 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5245 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1872 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1473 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3165 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 54 L |
