1961 Land Rover A 109 vs. 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1961 Land Rover A 109 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300 (298 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1961 Land Rover A 109.
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1961 Land Rover A 109 | 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | A 109 | 300 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2286 cc | 2981 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 298 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |