2005 Land Rover Freelander vs. 1961 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Mercedes-Benz 220 (120 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Land Rover Freelander. (119 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Mercedes-Benz 220 should accelerate faster than 2005 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2005 Land Rover Freelander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Mercedes-Benz 220. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Freelander 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, 1961 Mercedes-Benz 220 (189 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Land Rover Freelander. (165 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1961 Mercedes-Benz 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Land Rover Freelander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Land Rover Freelander | 1961 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Freelander | 220 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2760 mm |
