2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs. 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 would be higher. At 4,393 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240. (72 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 511 kg more than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240. (137 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport has automatic transmission and 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 has manual transmission. 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 | |
Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Range Rover Sport | 240 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4393 cc | 2398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 92.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 21.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2180 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 65 L |