2003 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 2003 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Land Rover Discovery (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 510 kg more than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Land Rover Discovery (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Land Rover Discovery | 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Discovery | W 111 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3950 cc | 2778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2760 mm |