1960 Land Rover 88 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Land Rover 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Land Rover 88 would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Land Rover 88 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz A (114 HP) has 47 more horse power than 1960 Land Rover 88. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 1960 Land Rover 88. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Land Rover 88 weights approximately 220 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz A.
Because 1960 Land Rover 88 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mercedes-Benz A. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 Land Rover 88 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, 1960 Land Rover 88 (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz A. (155 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1960 Land Rover 88 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Land Rover 88 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 88 | A |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 114 HP |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2570 mm |
