2004 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350 would be higher. At 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350 (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350 should accelerate faster than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 510 kg more than 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350.
Because 2004 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350. (286 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Land Rover Discovery | 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Discovery | 350 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3947 cc | 3499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2058 kg | 1548 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2470 mm |
