1970 Land Rover Serie II vs. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Land Rover Serie II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Land Rover Serie II would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 (109 HP) has 42 more horse power than 1970 Land Rover Serie II. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1970 Land Rover Serie II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Land Rover Serie II weights approximately 90 kg more than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Because 1970 Land Rover Serie II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Land Rover Serie II 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, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 (185 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Land Rover Serie II. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Land Rover Serie II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Land Rover Serie II | 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Serie II | 300 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2284 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 109 HP |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2810 mm |
