2009 Land Rover Defender vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 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 1323 kg more than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Because 2009 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 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 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300. (271 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Defender | 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Defender | 300 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
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 | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 100 L |