1959 Land Rover 109 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 48 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 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G (248 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1959 Land Rover 109. (67 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 1959 Land Rover 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 790 kg more than 1959 Land Rover 109. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G (560 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 403 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Land Rover 109. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Land Rover 109. 2007 Mercedes-Benz G 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. 2007 Mercedes-Benz G will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Land Rover 109 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 109 | G |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2860 mm |
