2007 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 (326 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2007 Land Rover Discovery. (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 2007 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 692 kg more than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500.
Because 2007 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Discovery 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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 (480 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Land Rover Discovery. (425 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Land Rover Discovery.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Land Rover Discovery | 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Discovery | 500 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4394 cc | 4973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 326 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 425 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2704 kg | 2012 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3050 mm |
