1953 Daimler Conquest vs. 2008 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Daimler Conquest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Daimler Conquest would be higher. At 2,495 cc, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 803 kg more than 1953 Daimler Conquest.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Daimler Conquest. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Land Rover Discovery (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Daimler Conquest. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Daimler Conquest. 2008 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 1953 Daimler Conquest has manual transmission. 1953 Daimler Conquest will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Daimler Conquest | 2008 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Daimler | Land Rover |
| Model | Conquest | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2433 cc | 2495 cc |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.6:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 130 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1397 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2550 mm |
