1962 Mercedes-Benz W 110 vs. 1994 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 1994 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Mercedes-Benz W 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Mercedes-Benz W 110 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Land Rover Range Rover (134 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1962 Mercedes-Benz W 110. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1962 Mercedes-Benz W 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 835 kg more than 1962 Mercedes-Benz W 110. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Mercedes-Benz W 110. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 1994 Land Rover Range Rover (270 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Mercedes-Benz W 110. (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Mercedes-Benz W 110.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Mercedes-Benz W 110 | 1994 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Land Rover |
| Model | W 110 | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2750 mm |
