1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 2012 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 54 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2012 Land Rover Freelander. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 2012 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1370 kg more than 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Because 2012 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2012 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2012 Land Rover Freelander (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300. (272 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Freelander 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 | 2012 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Land Rover |
Model | 300 | Freelander |
Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 272 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1338 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 68 L |