2006 Land Rover LR3 vs. 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111
To start off, 2006 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 would be higher. At 4,799 cc, 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover LR3 (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111. (280 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover LR3 weights approximately 1361 kg more than 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Land Rover LR3 (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111. (293 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Land Rover LR3 | 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 | |
Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | LR3 | C 111 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4392 cc | 4799 cc |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 293 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2461 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 120 L |