2005 Land Rover LR3 vs. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560
To start off, 2005 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 would be higher. At 5,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover LR3 (301 HP) has 6 more horse power than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560. (295 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover LR3 weights approximately 681 kg more than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560. 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, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 (463 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Land Rover LR3. (427 Nm). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 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 | 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | LR3 | 560 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4392 cc | 5547 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 295 HP |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 463 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 94.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2461 kg | 1780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3080 mm |
