2005 Land Rover LR3 vs. 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 2005 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 4,390 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover LR3 (300 HP) has 222 more horse power than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. (78 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Because 2005 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover LR3 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 LR3 (427 Nm) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. (142 Nm). This means 2005 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Land Rover LR3 | 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | LR3 | 220 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 78 HP |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 6.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 48 L |
