1974 Mercedes-Benz 240 vs. 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mercedes-Benz 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mercedes-Benz 240 would be higher. At 3,005 cc (5 cylinders), 1974 Mercedes-Benz 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (503 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 425 more horse power than 1974 Mercedes-Benz 240. (78 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1974 Mercedes-Benz 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1160 kg more than 1974 Mercedes-Benz 240. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Mercedes-Benz 240. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (625 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 453 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mercedes-Benz 240. (172 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mercedes-Benz 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mercedes-Benz 240 | 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Land Rover |
| Model | 240 | Range Rover Sport |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3005 cc | 2013 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 625 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | (:1): 9. |
| Top Speed | 148 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 19.9 seconds | 6.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 2590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4783 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2158 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1784 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2745 mm |
