1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. (161 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 677 kg more than 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Because 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser 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. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (328 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300. (272 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | 300 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 272 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 103 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 seconds | 12.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1338 kg | 2015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 87 L |