1951 Mercury Roadster vs. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 61 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Mercury Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Mercury Roadster would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 402 more horse power than 1951 Mercury Roadster. (108 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1951 Mercury Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1122 kg more than 1951 Mercury Roadster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Mercury Roadster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover will offer significantly more control. 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.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Mercury Roadster | 2012 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | Mercury | Land Rover |
Model | Roadster | Range Rover |
Year Released | 1951 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3990 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2672 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4973 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2891 mm |