2001 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 2001 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 (408 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 2001 Land Rover Discovery. (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 2001 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 210 kg more than 2001 Land Rover Discovery. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Land Rover Discovery 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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 (580 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Land Rover Discovery. (341 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Land Rover Discovery.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Land Rover Discovery | 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Discovery | 600 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 5987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 408 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 341 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 2230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3150 mm |
