1961 Land Rover A 109 vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Land Rover A 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Land Rover A 109 would be higher. At 4,971 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 (326 HP) has 259 more horse power than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1961 Land Rover A 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 512 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 1991 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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 (480 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 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 | 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A 109 | 500 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 4971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 326 HP |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2012 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3150 mm |
