1955 Buick 40 vs. 2003 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2003 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Buick 40 (234 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2003 Land Rover Discovery. (181 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 2003 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 295 kg more than 1955 Buick 40.
Because 2003 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Buick 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1955 Buick 40 (447 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Land Rover Discovery. (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1955 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Land Rover Discovery.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Buick 40 | 2003 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Buick | Land Rover |
Model | 40 | Discovery |
Year Released | 1955 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5277 cc | 3950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 234 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 2020 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2550 mm |