2005 Land Rover LR3 vs. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 2005 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover LR3 (301 HP) has 53 more horse power than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600. (248 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 309 kg more than 2005 Land Rover LR3.
Because 2005 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600. 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, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Land Rover LR3. (427 Nm). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Land Rover LR3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Land Rover LR3 | 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | LR3 | 600 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4392 cc | 6330 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 248 HP |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2461 kg | 2770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 6250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 65 L |
