2003 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1965 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2003 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 4,553 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Land Rover Discovery (217 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1965 Mercedes-Benz SL. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1965 Mercedes-Benz SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 775 kg more than 1965 Mercedes-Benz SL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Mercedes-Benz SL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Land Rover Discovery (407 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mercedes-Benz SL. (196 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Land Rover Discovery | 1965 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Discovery | SL |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1965 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4553 cc | 2305 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
