2001 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 2001 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 5,401 cc (8 cylinders), 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Land Rover Range Rover (222 HP) has 45 more horse power than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500. (177 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500.
Because 2001 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 (432 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Land Rover Range Rover. (407 Nm). This means 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Land Rover Range Rover. 2001 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 has manual transmission. 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2001 Land Rover Range Rover | 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Range Rover | 500 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1942 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 5401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 222 HP | 177 HP |
Torque | 407 Nm | 432 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3300 mm |