2005 Land Rover Defender vs. 1963 Mercedes-Benz 230
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Defender is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Mercedes-Benz 230. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Mercedes-Benz 230 would be higher. At 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Defender (180 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1963 Mercedes-Benz 230. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1963 Mercedes-Benz 230. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 335 kg more than 1963 Mercedes-Benz 230. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Mercedes-Benz 230. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Defender 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, 2005 Land Rover Defender (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Mercedes-Benz 230. (216 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Mercedes-Benz 230.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Land Rover Defender | 1963 Mercedes-Benz 230 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Defender | 230 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3947 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 63 L |
