2009 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 would be higher. At 4,799 cc, 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 (280 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Discovery. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 should accelerate faster than 2009 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1608 kg more than 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111.
Because 2009 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111. (293 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover Discovery | 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Discovery | C 111 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2718 cc | 4799 cc |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 261 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 120 L |
