1956 Daimler DK vs. 1995 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 1995 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Daimler DK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Daimler DK would be higher. At 4,617 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Daimler DK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Land Rover Discovery (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1956 Daimler DK. (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1956 Daimler DK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 58 kg more than 1956 Daimler DK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Daimler DK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1956 Daimler DK (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Land Rover Discovery. (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1956 Daimler DK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Land Rover Discovery.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Daimler DK | 1995 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Daimler | Land Rover |
| Model | DK | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4617 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2032 kg | 2090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2550 mm |
