2009 Land Rover Defender vs. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 (172 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 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 928 kg more than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Because 2009 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. 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, 2009 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. (255 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Defender | 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Defender | 300 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2402 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 85 L |