1959 Land Rover 109 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Land Rover 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Land Rover 109 would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Land Rover 109 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1959 Land Rover 109. (67 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1959 Land Rover 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Land Rover 109 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C.
Because 1959 Land Rover 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Land Rover 109 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (340 Nm) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Land Rover 109. (157 Nm). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Land Rover 109. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 1959 Land Rover 109 has manual transmission. 1959 Land Rover 109 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Land Rover 109 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 109 | C |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2720 mm |
