2009 Land Rover Defender vs. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender is newer by 68 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 5,399 cc (8 cylinders), 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 (180 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 2009 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 308 kg more than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500.
Because 2009 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Defender 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, 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 (440 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Land Rover Defender. (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Land Rover Defender.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Defender | 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Defender | 500 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1941 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2402 cc | 5399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 111 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 5.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 2400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3300 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 120 L |