1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 2012 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Defender is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 (320 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2012 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 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 628 kg more than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500.
Because 2012 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500. 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, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 (470 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Land Rover Defender. (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Land Rover Defender.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 2012 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Land Rover |
Model | 500 | Defender |
Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4973 cc | 2402 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 75 L |