2008 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110 would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 790 kg more than 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Land Rover Discovery (341 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110. (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Land Rover Discovery | 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Discovery | W 110 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1965 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 79 HP |
| Torque | 341 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2175 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 52 L |
