2003 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1969 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1969 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 255 kg more than 2003 Land Rover Range Rover.
Because 2003 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Mercedes-Benz 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1969 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Land Rover Range Rover. (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1969 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Land Rover Range Rover.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Land Rover Range Rover | 1969 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Range Rover | 600 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 6330 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2515 kg | 2770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 6250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 65 L |
