2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 1963 Rover P5
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Rover P5 would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS (402 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1963 Rover P5. (119 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1963 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 170 kg more than 1963 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS (600 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Rover P5. (218 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Rover P5.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 1963 Rover P5 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Rover |
Model | CLS | P5 |
Year Released | 2012 | 1963 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4663 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 600 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2650 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1882 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1417 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2875 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |