1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 vs. 2012 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Defender is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 would be higher. At 2,402 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 (345 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 2012 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 should accelerate faster than 2012 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1468 kg more than 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111.
Because 2012 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Defender 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, 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 (392 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Land Rover Defender. (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Land Rover Defender.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 | 2012 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Land Rover |
| Model | C 111 | Defender |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 2402 cc |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 2708 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 75 L |
