1957 Mercedes-Benz 300D vs. 2011 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2011 Land Rover Defender is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300D. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300D would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300D is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300D (158 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2011 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300D should accelerate faster than 2011 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 778 kg more than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300D.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300D | 2011 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Land Rover |
| Model | 300D | Defender |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 2402 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 2708 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 75 L |
