1961 Land Rover A 109 vs. 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 1961 Land Rover A 109 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 5,401 cc (8 cylinders), 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 (177 HP) has 110 more horse power than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1961 Land Rover A 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 900 kg more than 1961 Land Rover A 109. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Land Rover A 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 Land Rover A 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, 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 (440 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Land Rover A 109.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Land Rover A 109 | 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A 109 | 500 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1943 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 5401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 177 HP |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3300 mm |
