2001 Land Rover Freelander vs. 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111
To start off, 2001 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 31 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 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 (345 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2001 Land Rover Freelander. (175 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 should accelerate faster than 2001 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 320 kg more than 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111.
Because 2001 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2001 Land Rover Freelander 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 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Land Rover Freelander. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Land Rover Freelander. 2001 Land Rover Freelander has automatic transmission and 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 has manual transmission. 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Land Rover Freelander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Land Rover Freelander | 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Freelander | C 111 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2400 cc |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 392 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2630 mm |
