1961 Land Rover A 109 vs. 1997 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 1997 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 36 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 4,266 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mercedes-Benz C (303 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1961 Land Rover A 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Land Rover A 109 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1997 Mercedes-Benz C.
Because 1961 Land Rover A 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Mercedes-Benz C. 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, 1997 Mercedes-Benz C (410 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (138 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1997 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Land Rover A 109. 1997 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 1961 Land Rover A 109 has manual transmission. 1961 Land Rover A 109 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Land Rover A 109 | 1997 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A 109 | C |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 4266 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2700 mm |
