1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2010 Land Rover LR3
To start off, 2010 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Land Rover LR3 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600.
Because 2010 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover LR3 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, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 (501 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Land Rover LR3. (316 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Land Rover LR3.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2010 Land Rover LR3 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Land Rover |
Model | 600 | LR3 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6330 cc | 4394 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 501 Nm | 316 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |