2009 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover (301 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500. (180 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 86 kg more than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Range Rover 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 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Land Rover Range Rover. (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Land Rover Range Rover.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover Range Rover | 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Range Rover | 500 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1941 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4394 cc | 5399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 5.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2486 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 120 L |
