1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser (161 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300. (158 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 85 kg more than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | 300 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 2015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 87 L |
