1961 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300 (215 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser. (201 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1191 kg more than 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Because 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser (430 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300. (275 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | 300 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 18.8:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 seconds | 13.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 2520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 60 L |
